English–Japanese

“provide for” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyashinau

Example

家族を養います。ka zoku o yashina i ma su

I provide for my family.

Illustration for 養う (provide for)

How to say “provide for” in Japanese

“Provide for” in Japanese is 養う (yashinau).

It describes sustaining a person or living thing by consistently supplying the conditions needed for life and growth.

Full entry for 養う: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 養う

親を養うために、安定した仕事を選びました。oya o yashina u ta me ni an tei shi ta shi goto o era bi ma shi ta

I chose a stable job to provide for my parents.

Tips for using 養う

  • The responsibility expressed by 養う (yashinau) usually implies continued support, which distinguishes it from a one-time gift.

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