How to use 比べる (くらべる)
Meaning of 比べる
The Japanese verb "比べる" (くらべる, kuraberu) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:
- To compare: Assessing similarities or differences between items or concepts.
- Example: 彼は日本の文化とアメリカの文化を比べた。
- Translation: He compared Japanese culture with American culture.
- To compete: Competing to determine superiority.
- Example: 彼は技術力を比べるためにコンテストに参加した。
- Translation: He joined the contest to compete in technical skills.