JLPT N1 Advanced
継ぐ
To inherit a position, replenish a supply, or patch material.
Readings
Other forms
継ぎます polite form
継いで te-form
継いだ past tense
嗣ぐ alternative kanji for inheriting
1 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To Inherit / Succeed
Describes the formal assumption of a role, property, or mission to ensure its continuity from a predecessor.
Example
彼 は 父 の 会社 を 継ぐ こと に なっ た 。
It's been decided that he will take over his father's company.
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2 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To Add / Top Up
Involves adding fuel or ingredients to a fire or container to maintain a certain level or activity.
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3 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To Patch / Mend
Refers to stitching pieces of fabric together to repair a damaged area or lengthen a garment.
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