わきまえる

弁 える

Common word

  1. Ichidan verb, transitive verb

    to discern (e.g. right from wrong), to discriminate, to distinguish
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 私たちが意識してほかの礼儀正しさの形をわきまえることが大切である。
      Therefore it is important for us to be aware of other forms of politeness.

  2. Ichidan verb, transitive verb

    to know (manners, one's place, etc.), to understand, to bear in mind
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 身分をわきまえなさい。
      Remember your station in life.