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VocabJLPT N1

to like

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to like
2. to love

This verb means "to like" or "to be fond of" someone or something. It is a somewhat literary or old-fashioned way to express affection, and is most commonly seen in the derived adjective form meaning "liked" or "favorite."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I thought to myself, "I want her to like me."

Sentence 2

People would say, "Everyone likes him."

Sentence 3

"Thank you for liking me," she said.

Sentence 4

I got the feeling that he liked me.

Sentence 5

"Being liked by people matters," the teacher said.