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.
彼はノーベル賞を授かった。
He was awarded the Nobel Prize.
名誉ある称号を授かる。
Receive an honorary title.
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.
彼女は音楽の才能を授かっている。
She is gifted with musical talent.
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.
私たちは先月、元気な男の子を授かりました。
We were blessed with a healthy baby boy last month.
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.
彼は師から奥義を授かった。
He was initiated into the secret techniques by his master.