加
Grammar & Usage
Noun, prefix, suffix
Neutral to formal
How it works
Can function as a transitive verb suffix in the form '～を加える' or as part of a Sino-Japanese compound (suru-verb). It expresses the addition of an element or the application of an action/force to an object.
Sample sentences
スープに塩を少々加える。
Add a little salt to the soup.
彼はその活動に加わった。
He joined in that activity.
Quick facts
jlptLevel:N3
pitchAccent:Atamadaka (Type 1) [kaꜜ]
kanjiReadings:[object Object]
Mnemonic
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Example
スープに塩を少々加える。
Add a little salt to the soup.
彼はその活動に加わった。
He joined in that activity.
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