もつ

This is the 1984th most frequent Japanese word.

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もつ

"もつ" means "to hold," "to carry," or "to possess."


In this sentence, 'もつ' is used in the sense of carrying or holding something.

私はそのバッグを持つことができます。

I can carry that bag.


Here, 'もつ' signifies possessing or having an abstract quality, like importance or meaning.

この会議は重要な意味を持つ。

This meeting holds significant meaning.


In this sentence, 'もつ' is used to indicate durability or the ability to last over time.

この製品は長く持つでしょう。

This product will last a long time.