- to give one's name (as); to introduce oneself (as)
- to claim to be; to call oneself; to wear the title of
- to reveal oneself (as); to admit to being
- to adopt as one's name; to take (a name)
- to call out the goods one is sellingarchaism
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb; transitive verb
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb
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- to give one's name (as); to introduce oneself (as)
- to claim to be; to call oneself; to wear the title of
- to reveal oneself (as); to admit to being
- to adopt as one's name; to take (a name)
- to call out the goods one is selling
This meaning refers to the act of stating one's name when meeting someone or in formal introductions.
This usage indicates that someone identifies with a particular role or title, often in a formal or serious context.
This meaning suggests acknowledging one's identity or role, often with some level of openness or vulnerability.
This usage refers to the act of choosing or assuming a specific name, often in the context of a change in identity or status.
This meaning is used in commercial contexts, where sellers announce or advertise their products to potential customers.
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Yuta knew that it was Aoi, not Toru, who had broken the expensive plate at the store, but he understood why Toru had covered for Aoi, and so he decided not to say anything on the matter and keep it to himself.