返せ

This is the 3595th most frequent Japanese word.

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返せ

"返せ" means "Return it" or "Give it back."


Here, "返せ" is used as an imperative command telling someone to return an object that is in their possession.

本を返せ。

Return the book.


In this sentence, "返せ" is used to indicate the inability to restore or return trust to someone.

約束を守らなかった君に信頼を返せない。

I cannot return the trust to you who did not keep the promise.


Here, "返せ" is used to request the return of an object (homework) promptly, showing urgency.

早く宿題を返せ!

Turn back the homework quickly!