N3
かける (jikan o kakeru)
かける
to spend (time), to take (time)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
When combined with 時間 (jikan), it specifically means to consume or use time for an activity. 他の動詞に比べて、より意識的に時間を投入するニュアンスがあります。 (Compared to other verbs, it has a nuance of consciously investing time.)
📝 Example Sentences
このレポートを完成させるのに３時間もかけた。
I spent 3 hours completing this report.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "かける"!
宿題にずいぶん時間を_______ね。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「時間を消費する」という意味で「かける」が適切です。
English: 'Kakeru' is appropriate in the sense of 'spending time'.
English: 'Kakeru' is appropriate in the sense of 'spending time'.
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