VocabJLPT N5
to hand over
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to ferry across (e.g. a river)
  2. 2. to carry across
  3. 3. to lay across
  4. 4. to hand over
A verb meaning "to hand over," "to pass," or "to give," used when physically transferring an object from one person to another. It implies a direct, deliberate action of delivering something into someone's hands.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He quickly ferried the child to the other side.

Sentence 2

Hurry! Get them across before the water rises!

Sentence 3

She said "please give this to him."

Sentence 4

The teacher handed out books to the students.

Sentence 5

He handed her the flowers.