N3
かえる (kaeru)
代える
to replace, to substitute
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used for replacing one item or person with another, or making a change. Similar to 換える (kaeru) but emphasizes substitution.
📝 Example Sentences
壊れた電池を新しいものに代えました。
I replaced the broken battery with a new one.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "代える"!
古いテレビを新しいものに_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 古いものを新しいものと交換するときに「代える」を使います。
English: "代える" is used when replacing an old item with a new one.
English: "代える" is used when replacing an old item with a new one.
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