JapanLingo

抱えないかかえない

kakaenai

hold — plain negative

N3

How to remember this word

A memory tip for this word is coming soon. For now, try linking it to a real moment from your day — words anchored to real situations stick best.

Example sentences

Example 1

kakaenai hou ga ii to omoimasu.

I think it is better not to hold.

Example 2

kakaenai hi mo arimasu.

There are days when I do not hold.

Usage note

Form of 抱える (to hold / to have (problems)).