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いただける

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Meanings

1

ichidan verb, intransitive verb

can receive; can accept; can take

humble (kenjougo)usually written using kana alone

Humble potential form of もらう, used when the speaker can receive something from someone of higher status. Often used in polite requests or offers.

See also: もらえる

2

ichidan verb, intransitive verb

can eat; can drink

humble (kenjougo)usually written using kana alone

Humble potential form of いただく (to eat/drink), used when the speaker can partake of food or drink, often in polite contexts.

See also: 頂く

3

ichidan verb, intransitive verb

acceptable; satisfactory

usually written using kana alone

Used in negative form いただけない to mean 'unacceptable' or 'not good enough'. Often expresses disapproval or dissatisfaction.

See also: いただけない

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