N4
もってくる (mottekuru)
持ってくる
to bring (something to the speaker/here)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
This compound verb combines 持つ (motsu - to hold) and 来る (kuru - to come). It indicates bringing an object from one place to the speaker's current location or a location near the speaker. It implies movement towards the speaker. (話し手のいる場所へ物を持って移動する時に使います。)
📝 Example Sentences
明日、宿題を学校に持ってきてください。
Please bring your homework to school tomorrow.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "持ってくる"!
A: 傘を忘れました。B: 大丈夫。私が今、_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: BさんがAさんのいる場所へ傘を持って移動するので、「持ってきます」が正しいです。
English: Since B is bringing the umbrella to A's location, '持ってきます' (mottekimasu) is the correct choice.
English: Since B is bringing the umbrella to A's location, '持ってきます' (mottekimasu) is the correct choice.
🦅
Want to pass the JLPT exam?
Project Eagle analyzes your personal weaknesses using advanced AI. Practice thousands of N5 to N1 questions completely for free!