ichidan verb, transitive verb
lift up; hold up; raise above eye level
Physical action of raising something with both hands, often as a gesture of respect or presentation.
彼は優勝カップを高く捧げた。
He lifted the championship cup high.
花嫁がブーケを胸の前
The bride holds the bouquet up in front of her chest.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
Giving something to a deity, a superior, or a respected person; often used in religious or formal contexts.
神社に玉串を捧げる。
Offer a sacred branch at the shrine.
神に祈りを捧げた。
I offered a prayer to the gods.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
Abstract use: giving one's life, time, effort, or love entirely to a person, cause, or activity.
彼は生涯を教育に捧げた。
He devoted his life to education.
この曲をあなたに捧げます。
I dedicate this song to you.