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置く
おく
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To put; to lay; to place
oku
N3
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JLPT Level
N3
Intermediate · ~3,750 vocab · News & manga
Kana
おく
Romaji
oku
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 置く mean in Japanese?
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The word 置く (おく) means "to put; to lay; to place" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N3 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 置く?
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置く is read as おく (romaji: oku). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 置く?
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置く is a JLPT N3 vocabulary item. Intermediate · ~3,750 vocab · News & manga
How do I remember 置く 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 置く in sentences?
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