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与
give · grant · bestow
N3On: よKun: あた
Memory Aid
The kanji 与 looks like a person with outstretched arms about to GIVE something to another, or perhaps receiving it.
'ヨ (yo)' — Imagine saying 'YO!' when you are about to GIVE something to a friend.
Vocabulary
与えるあたえるto give, to grant, to cause
Example Sentences
先生が学生に宿題を与えた。
The teacher gave homework to the students.
彼は私に大きな影響を与えた。
He had a great influence on me (lit. gave a great influence).
希望を与えられると、人は頑張れる。
When given hope, people can work hard.
その賞は、社会に貢献した人に与えられる。
That award is given to people who have contributed to society.