- to hold in one's arms (e.g. a baby); to embrace; to hug
- to have sex with; to make love to; to sleep with
- to sit on (eggs); to brood
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
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- to hold in one's arms (e.g. a baby); to embrace; to hug
- to have sex with; to make love to; to sleep with
- to sit on (eggs); to brood
This meaning of "抱く" is used when talking about holding someone or something in your arms, such as a baby, or embracing and hugging someone.
This meaning is a euphemism for sexual activity.
This meaning refers to the act of a bird sitting on its eggs to keep them warm until they hatch.
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To hold in one's arms, typically referring to embracing someone closely.
To hug tightly or embrace someone, often conveying warmth and affection.
A resolution or ambition, referring to aspirations one holds for the future.
A warm embrace or hug, often used in a more formal or poetic context.
To carry or hold something, often referring to problems or burdens one is dealing with.
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