Japanese

けらい
Meaning: retainer, servant
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

家
来

Example sentences

The samurai was accompanied by a loyal retainer.
王は多くの家来を従えて現れた。
The king appeared leading many retainers.
「明日の出発は五時とする」「御意にございます」と家来は答えた。
“Departure tomorrow will be at five.” “As you command,” the retainer replied.

Usage Notes

A person who serves a lord or master in a feudal society.

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