Part of Speech

Verb 2

Meaning

to assume a stance; to be ready; to be on guard

Example Sentences

  • (てき)攻撃(こうげき)(かま)えて、(うし)ろに()がる。
    Getting ready for the enemy's attack, I retreated.
  • 発表(はっぴょう)(たい)する反対意見(はんたいいけん)質問(しつもん)(かま)える。
    I brace myself for opposing opinions and questions about my presentation.

Tags

JLPT N1