How to use 受け取る (うけとる)
Meaning of 受け取る
The Japanese verb "受け取る" (うけとる, ukitori) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:
- Receiving / Acceptance: The act of taking possession of something given or sent.
- Example: 荷物の受け取りをお願いします。
- Translation: Please take receipt of the package.
- Collection / Pickup: Refers to the act of collecting something, often from a specific location.
- Example: 駅で荷物を受け取ります。
- Translation: I will pick up the package at the station.
- Understanding / Comprehension: The mental act of grasping or understanding information or an idea.
- Example: 彼の言葉の受け取り方が難しい。
- Translation: Understanding his words is difficult.