JLPT N3 Intermediate
備える
To prepare for an event or be equipped with a feature or quality.
Readings
Other forms
備えます polite form
備えて te-form
備えない plain negative
備えられる potential
具える rare kanji
1 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To prepare for
This term refers to making provisions or arrangements in advance to handle future situations, accidents, or disasters.
Example
地震 に 備えて 、 水 と 食料 を 準備 して おき ましょう 。
In preparation for an earthquake, let's get water and food ready.
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2 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To be equipped with / To possess
This term indicates that an object, place, or person naturally possesses specific equipment, functions, or inherent qualities.
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