収め

This is the 2081st most frequent Japanese word.

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収め

"収め" (osame) means "to store," "to put away," "to obtain," or "to achieve," depending on context.


Here, '収め' is used in the sense of 'to achieve' or 'to obtain,' indicating success in an endeavor.

彼は努力の結果を収めた。

He gained the results of his efforts.


In this context, '収め' means 'to put in,' referring to storing or placing items inside a container.

この箱にすべての物を収めてください。

Please put everything into this box.


Here, '収め' is employed in the meaning of 'to settle' or 'to resolve,' indicating an effort to end or manage a conflict.

争いを収めるために話し合いを行った。

A discussion was held to settle the dispute.