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もつ
motsu
To hold, to carry; to possess
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持つ
もつ
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To hold, to carry; to possess
motsu
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JLPT Level N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana もつ
Romaji motsu
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What does 持つ mean in Japanese?
The word 持つ (もつ) means "to hold, to carry; to possess" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 持つ?
持つ is read as もつ (romaji: motsu). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 持つ?
持つ is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
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