Jiten beta

かなう
Rank #3,235

Meanings

  • Godan verb with 'u' ending
    1. to come true (of a wish, prayer, etc.); to be realized; to be fulfilled
  • 2. to suit (e.g. a purpose); to meet (wishes, ideals, etc.); to conform to (standards, rules, etc.); to be consistent with
  • 3. to match (implies competition); to rival; to bear (e.g. the heat)

Readings

かなう
(46%)
叶う
(34%)
敵う
(16%)
適う
(3%)
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