抱く
Reading: だく
Meaning: to hold, to embrace, to hug
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Example Sentence
赤ちゃん を 優しく 抱く
I gently hold the baby.
Usage Notes
Used for physically holding or embracing someone/something, can also mean to harbor feelings.
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