- to pray; to wish
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
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At [Time], [Person] prays for [Action]
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- to pray
- to wish
This meaning refers specifically to the act of communicating with a deity or higher power, typically expressing a desire for something or seeking help or guidance.
This meaning conveys the idea of expressing a strong desire for something to happen, often hopeful in nature, but not necessarily involving a deity.
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To pray or wish for something, often with a spiritual or hopeful connotation.
To wish or hope for something, similar to praying but can be more general and secular.
Refers to a formal prayer or ritual for a specific wish or hope, often used in religious contexts.
Refers to worship or adoration, especially towards a deity or revered figure.
Refers to a desire or aspiration, often more personal and less formal than a prayer.
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The couple who came on a shrine visit, Kouji Oonishi (40) and his wife Yukie (34) said, "We prayed that our child would grow up healthily."