挙げ

This is the 786th most frequent Japanese word.


挙げ

"挙げ" (あげ) means "raise," "list," or "perform" (an action) depending on context.


In this sentence, '挙げ' (age) is used to mean 'to give' or 'to cite' examples.

具体例を挙げて説明してください。

Please explain by giving specific examples.


Here, '挙げ' (age) signifies 'to raise' one's hand as a gesture or action.

手を挙げて発言してください。

Please raise your hand and speak.


In this case, '挙げ' (age) is employed to mean 'to hold' an event such as a ceremony or celebration.

ゲストのために祝宴を挙げました。

We held a celebratory feast for the guest.