押す
おす
JLPT N5 · vocab_verbMeaning
to push, to press
Examples
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📖 How to Use
「押す」is a verb meaning "to push, to press." Practice conjugating it: polite form (〜ます), negative (〜ません), and te-form (〜て).
⚠️ Teacher's Note — Common Mistakes
A common mistake with 「押す」is mixing up plain form and polite form. On JLPT, both appear — know both.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい2 & もんだい3
Verbs like 「押す」appear in grammar questions where you need to choose the correct conjugated form.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 「押す」mean in Japanese?+
「押す」means "to push, to press". It is a JLPT N5 vocabulary word in the "vocab_verb" category.
How do you read 「押す」?+
「押す」is read as「おす」.
Is 「押す」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「押す」is an official JLPT N5 word. Mastering all N5 vocabulary (~800 words) is essential for passing.
Can you give an example sentence using 「押す」?+
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Practice 「押す」 with spaced repetition