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N3
かえる (kaeru)
換える

to exchange, to replace (with something different), to convert

💡 Nuance & Usage: Used when exchanging one item or type for another, or converting things like currency. Differs from 替える (to replace something worn out) and 変える (to change state/position).

📝 Example Sentences

空港でドルを円に換える。
I exchange dollars for yen at the airport.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "換える"!

銀行で大きいお札を小さいお金に_______ことができます。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: お金の種類や形を別のものにする場合は「換える」を使います。
English: When converting money's denomination or form to another, 'kaeru' (換える) is used.
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