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JLPT N4 Elementary

建てる

To build or construct a physical structure.

Readings

Other forms

建てます polite form
建てた plain past
建てて te-form
建てられる passive/potential
建てよう volitional
Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)

To Build / To Construct

This verb specifically refers to the act of constructing substantial physical structures like homes, skyscrapers, or monuments.

Example

彼 は 自分 の 家 を 建てた 。

He built his own house.

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建てる
たてる
To build or construct a physical structure.
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