あげ

This is the 615th most frequent Japanese word.

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あげ

"あげ" refers to deep-fried tofu or the act of giving/raising depending on context.


Here, "あげる" means "to lift" or "to move to a higher position". It describes a physical action of moving something upwards.

この絵をもっと高いところにあげてください。

Please place this picture higher.


In this usage, "あげる" is combined with another verb to express performing an action as a favor for someone's benefit.

母は私にケーキを作ってあげました。

My mother baked a cake for me.


In this sentence, "あげ" is used in its verb form "あげる", which means "to give". It shows the action of giving directed from the speaker towards another person.

友達にプレゼントをあげました。

I gave a present to a friend.