掛ける — meaning in English
kakeru
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English meaning
- cling verb To hold on tightly to something so as not to fall or be separated.
- hang verb To attach something at the top so it hangs down freely, or to be suspended in this way.
- multiply verb To perform the mathematical operation that combines a number with itself a given number of times.
- suspend verb To stop something temporarily, meaning to start it again later.
- times prep Multiplied by.
- wear verb To have clothing, jewellery, or an accessory on one's body.
Senses
掛ける is used for these senses in English:
cling — full definition
- verb To hold on tightly to something so as not to fall or be separated.
- verb To stick closely to a surface, especially of fabric or film.
- verb To remain emotionally attached to a person, belief, or hope, often more than is healthy.
hang — full definition
- verb To attach something at the top so it hangs down freely, or to be suspended in this way.
- verb To kill someone by suspending them by the neck.
- verb To spend time somewhere in a relaxed, informal way (often "hang out").
- noun A general understanding of how to do or use something.