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VocabJLPT N3

to keep a pet

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to keep (a pet or other animal)
2. to have

This verb means to keep or raise an animal as a pet. It is used when talking about caring for animals such as dogs, cats, or fish at home. For example, "犬を～" means to keep a dog as a pet.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, would it be okay if we got a cat?

Sentence 2

No matter how busy you are, if you take on a life, you have to care for it properly.

Sentence 3

In that case, it might be good to start with a small animal and get used to it.

Sentence 4

Umm, shouldn't we have a family meeting before getting a cat?

Sentence 5

"Should we get one more cat?" he asked.