くれ
Meanings
Verb (1-dan, transitive)
Usually written in kana
1. to give; to let (one) have
the receiver is the speaker or someone close to the speaker
2. to give
often as くれてやる; shows mild disdain for the receiver
Auxiliary verb (1-dan)
Usually written in kana
3. to do for one; to take the trouble to do
after the -te form of a verb
4. to do to someone's disadvantage
after the -te form of a verb
Pitch accent
れる
Top 100
Used in vocabulary (2 in total)
to take out (e.g. garbage); to put out (e.g. dishes on table); to serve (e.g. meal); to get out (e.g. food from cupboard); to submit (e.g. ideas, opinions); to provide for
to take out (e.g. garbage); to put out (e.g. dishes on table); to serve (e.g. meal); to get out (e.g. food from cupboard); to submit (e.g. ideas, opinions); to provide for
Examples (200 in total)
He'll think about it.
Can you help me?
Give me water!
Let me hear it.
Could you wait a moment?
Can you give me a house?
Aren't you even going to tell me your name?
Why don't you believe me?
Take your time.
They work very hard.
No, sit down.
Choose one person.
Could you just shut up for a bit?
Would you please show me another one?
Can I be your friend?
The book you gave me was interesting.
Can you open the door for me?
Let me go alone.
Don't wake him up.
Give me more money.
My father gave me a book.
Won't you even give me a kiss?
The one who saved me was that kid.
When are you going to call me?
Can you show me those pictures?
When will you pay me?
Who'll give me a ride?
Would you be friends with me?
It was her that told me.
Tell me what you saw.
Are you thinking about me?
Would you come here a moment?
Let me have a try.
Could you be my teacher?
You really did a good job.
Who did this for you?
Show me how to do it.
Can you tell us about it?
Could you let him out?
I'm happy to hear you say that.
Tell me the meaning of life.
Can anyone tell me the time?
Give me something to write with.
Thanks for always making me laugh.
I wonder why she didn't tell me.
Will you give me something to drink?
"Could you please buy me a book?" "What kind of book?"
Why didn't you believe me?
Give that book back to me.
Someone is shouting for help.
Open all the windows.
They promised they won't do that.
"Why didn't you tell me?" "You never asked."
Hey, I thought you'd be pleased.
I expected that he would come.
Don't interfere with her.
Thank you for sharing your ideas with us.
Could you walk a little slower?
Will you mail this letter for me?
The door would not open.
"Will you help me?" "Yes, with pleasure."
Don't stare at me like that.
The rain has finally stopped.
Don't touch my car.
What should we do if Mom didn't give us money?
My lover doesn't love me.
My mother told us an interesting story.
He showed me around the city.
Please introduce me to a cute girl.
Can you possibly help me?
Can you tell me the exact time, please?
I think he understood me.
I wish he were here.
I'm so happy that you're here.
He will provide you with what you need.
Will you tell me why you like her?
He didn't give me anything to eat.
Why didn't you tell me about it sooner?
Can you tell me exactly what you want to do?
I hope you understand that.
If you'd known, you would've told me, wouldn't you?
You never listen, no matter how many times I tell you.
Will you show me what you bought?
Will you walk down to the school with me?
It is very kind of you to say so.
You can come visit whenever you want to.
But no man could help me.
Will you teach me how to make this?
This is the boy who helped me.
Were you the one who sent me these flowers?
He warned me of the danger.
My older brother did all the preparation.
She loved me, as I loved her.
He saved me from danger.
My father told me a very interesting story.
You can use my car, if you want to.
I'm grateful for what she did.
Those people might be able to help us.
The soldier gave me water.
Can you explain why you dislike him?
I'd rather you came tomorrow than today.
Don't regard me as your father anymore.
Can you tell me the time, please?
If you're not busy, could you help me out a bit with this?
Don't worry. I have completely recovered.
He sent me a brief letter.
Sorry, but could you answer the phone for me?
Will you help me move this desk?
No one answered my question.
Will you explain the last part in detail?
Will you sell your car to me?
"Can you keep it a secret?" "OK." "I will, too."
I have no friends to help me.
She saved me from danger.
Give me the key to that castle!
They greeted me with a smile.
I don't doubt that he will help me.
He let me use his typewriter.
The tea you gave me was really good.
Can you help me find my parents, please?
The teacher praised our son.
"Give me another bottle," he said.
Don't be cold as ice.
Will you manage to repair my car?
I wish he were here now.
Can you stop calling me that?
Will you tell me what I should do next?
They didn't believe us at first, but now they do.
They might tell us the truth.
Can you describe the situation you were in?
I wonder if he will stand by me when I am in trouble.
Will you show me what you bought yesterday?
He didn't give me time to think.
He found me a good job.
He isn't going to forgive me so easily.
My father bought the book for me.
Hang on a bit until I'm ready.
My mother bought me the book.
Shall I ask her to send the book to us?
My mother made me some new clothes.
Trees shelter my house from the wind.
Why didn't you tell us this was going to happen?
Is it certain that he will help us?
Excuse me, could you lower your voice a little?
If you had not helped me, I would have failed.
As soon as he comes back, let me know.
Father found me a good seat.
Everyone will be happy if you help us.
My sister cooks us delicious dishes.
You never told me you had a brother.
Can you show me your painting from yesterday?
He'll do whatever you ask him to.
He made me a box yesterday.
If you had helped me, I would have succeeded.
I think time will solve the problem.
He treats me as an adult.
I expect you to work harder.
He told me a sad story.
I'm sorry, but could you buy me some bread?
I wish you had told me the truth then.
She needed someone who would understand her.
I asked her to wait a moment.
Our teacher told us what to read.
He showed me the way to the store.
I wish that he were here to help us.
They gave us a lot to eat.
This is what my mother gave me when I got married.
She told me that her mother had bought it for her.
The man asked me for some money.
If there's anything at all that you don't understand, you can ask me anytime.
He went out of his way to find the house for me.
He comes to see me nearly every day.
The story reminds me of an experience I had long ago.
Our success depends on whether he helps us or not.
I asked her to marry me and she accepted.
If only you were here, I could consult you about it.
Will you really send me a Japanese doll?
What will happen if mom doesn't give us any money?
I will do it on the condition that you help me.
I'll never tell anyone what you just told me.
She is willing to do anything for me.
But my mind tells my fingers what to do.
This is one thing my father left to me.
I can't believe that this is happening. Please tell me that it's a lie!
My father bought this house for us when we got married.
Why am I shooting these guys, tell me, what have they done?
The teacher answers every question we ask.
Your students have given us new hope.
If you will help us, we will be very glad.
"Sorry I couldn't do anything for you." "Don't worry about it. You being here for me is more than enough."
I met the man, who showed me the way.
Had he known the truth, he would have told me.
Please ask her to send me some money.
They forgot all about Noah, who had saved them.
If walls could talk, what stories would they tell us?
Whatever story I tell, Mother believes me.
Can you help me for half an hour?
Could you find a room for my sister?
I don't like this. Show me another.
Jiro told me which book I should buy.