N2
うたう (utau)
謳う
to sing praises of; to laud; to extol; to advocate; to proclaim
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used metaphorically to express strong advocacy or praise for something, rather than literally "singing" a song. (比喩的に、何かを強く主張したり称賛したりする意味で使われることが多く、「歌を歌う」という直接的な意味ではない。)
📝 Example Sentences
その企業は環境保護を謳っている。
That company advocates for environmental protection.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "謳う"!
その会社の製品は、優れた品質を_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「謳う」は「強く主張する、高く評価する」という意味で使われます。「品質を謳う」で、品質の良さを強くアピールしている状態を表します。
English: "謳う" is used to mean "strongly advocate" or "highly praise." "品質を謳う" means to strongly promote or assert the excellent quality.
English: "謳う" is used to mean "strongly advocate" or "highly praise." "品質を謳う" means to strongly promote or assert the excellent quality.
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