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VocabJLPT N4
to embrace
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to hold in one's arms (e.g. a baby)
  2. 2. to embrace
  3. 3. to have (a thought or feeling)
A verb meaning "to hold," "to embrace," or "to harbor." It can describe physically holding someone in your arms, but is also commonly used figuratively to mean holding a feeling or idea in one's heart, such as harboring doubts or hopes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She said "just for a moment" and held the baby.

Sentence 2

He said "you look cold" and held me from behind.

Sentence 3

If you feel like crying, I'll just hold you without saying a word.

Sentence 4

At the end, he said "let's meet again" and hugged me tight!

Sentence 5

In that moment, he pulled her into a tight embrace!