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Kotomora

招まねく

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Meanings

1

godan verb (-ku), transitive verb

invite; ask

Used when inviting someone to an event, a place, or to do something together. The object is the person being invited.

2

godan verb (-ku), transitive verb

beckon; wave in; gesture to come

Focuses on the physical gesture of summoning someone closer, often with a hand motion. The object is the person being beckoned.

3

godan verb (-ku), transitive verb

call in; send for; summon

Used when requesting someone's presence, often for a specific purpose such as a meeting, a service, or an official matter. The object is the person being summoned.

4

godan verb (-ku), transitive verb

bring upon oneself; cause; incur; lead to

Used when an action or situation brings about a negative result, such as trouble, danger, or misunderstanding. The object is the undesirable outcome.

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