VocabJLPT N4
to put back
Godan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to put back
  2. 2. to return
  3. 3. to vomit
  4. 4. to recover (of a market price)
A verb meaning to put something back to its original place or state, or to return something to someone. For example, you might use it when putting a book back on a shelf or restoring a setting on your phone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said "I'll give it right back, just let me borrow it."

Sentence 2

If you could return the money first, I'd feel a lot better about it!

Sentence 3

"Calm down, get back on track," he told himself.

Sentence 4

Oh right, the game I borrowed — I'll return it by end of day!

Sentence 5

"Where does this go back?" he asked.