ichidan verb, transitive verb
Used for tangible goods, money, or supplies kept for future use. Often implies deliberate accumulation.
冬に備えて食料を蓄える。
I stock up on food in preparation for winter.
彼は老後のために貯金
He is saving money for his retirement.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
Used for intangible resources like knowledge, experience, or skills. Emphasizes gradual growth over time.
留学して語学力を蓄えた。
I built up my language skills by studying abroad.
長年の経験を蓄えてきた。
I have accumulated many years of experience.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
grow (facial hair); wear (a beard/mustache)
Specifically for growing or wearing facial hair. Not used for head hair.
彼は立派なひげを蓄えている。
He wears a fine beard.
口ひげを蓄え始めた。
I started growing a mustache.