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授さずかる

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Common wordJLPTN1Freq.Top 20,000

Meanings

1

godan verb (-ru), transitive verb

be awarded; receive (honor, prize, title)

Used for formally receiving something conferred by an authority, such as a prize, award, or title. Often implies a sense of honor or official bestowal.

2

godan verb (-ru), transitive verb

be gifted with; be endowed with (talent, ability)

Describes being naturally endowed with a talent, ability, or quality, often from a higher power or nature. Common in expressions like 才能を授かる.

3

godan verb (-ru), transitive verb

be blessed with (a child)

A warm, somewhat formal expression for being blessed with a child. Often used in announcements or when expressing gratitude.

4

godan verb (-ru), transitive verb

be initiated into; be entrusted with (secret, teaching)

Used when someone is granted access to secret teachings, esoteric knowledge, or confidential information, often in a traditional or hierarchical context.

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