Japanese Word · Intermediate
ひかえる
wait nearby
Pronunciation: [çi̥ka̠e̞ɾɯ̟]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "wait nearby".
Example
出産をひかえた婦人
women facing childbirth
Practice tips
- Practice ひかえる out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.