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待つ
まつ
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To wait
matsu
N3
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JLPT Level
N3
Intermediate · ~3,750 vocab · News & manga
Kana
まつ
Romaji
matsu
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 待つ mean in Japanese?
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The word 待つ (まつ) means "to wait" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N3 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 待つ?
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待つ is read as まつ (romaji: matsu). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 待つ?
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待つ is a JLPT N3 vocabulary item. Intermediate · ~3,750 vocab · News & manga
How do I remember 待つ quickly?
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Use the flashcard on this page to practise active recall: see the kanji first, attempt the meaning from memory, then flip. After getting it right, use the quiz to confirm. Review again at 10 minutes, 1 day and 3 days for long-term retention.
Where can I practise 待つ in sentences?
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