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持てる

もてる

to be able to possess

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Common N1
Ichidan verb, intransitive verb

1. To be able to possess (hold, get, etc.) See also 持つ.

2. To be well liked; To be popular; To be pampered (spoiled, doted upon, etc.); To be welcomed See also モテる.

3. To endure (the tests of time, the elements, etc.); To last

noun or verb acting prenominally

4. Possessed; Held

5. Rich; Wealthy; Affluent

Common N1

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