Japanese

する

ゆうする
Meaning: to have; to possess; to own
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Affirmative Negative
Present 有する 有しない
Polite 有します 有しません
Past 有した 有しなかった
Polite + Past 有しました 有しませんでした
Te-form 有して 有しなくて
Potential 有できる 有できない
Passive 有される 有されない
Causative 有させる 有させない
Imperative 有しろ 有するな

Handwriting

有
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る

Example sentences

He possesses excellent leadership and charisma.
すべての国民は、法の下に平等権を有している。
All citizens have the right to equality under the law.

Usage Notes

A formal and written word meaning 'to possess' or 'to have'. Often used for abstract qualities (ability, rights) or large-scale ownership (resources).

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