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A3 Godan verb with 'ru' ending, Transitive verb, Intransitive verb

(かたど)to model on, to make in the shape of, to represent, to pattern after, to imitate, to symbolise

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    1. Godan verb with 'ru' ending, Transitive verb, Intransitive verb

      1.

      to model (something) on, to be modelled on, to be made in the shape of, to take the shape of, to imitate

      Usually written using kana alone
    2. Godan verb with 'ru' ending, Transitive verb, Intransitive verb

      2.

      to symbolize, to represent

      Usually written using kana alone

    All Forms

    象る 【かたどる】模る 【かたどる】形取る 【かたどる】

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      (ゆき)結晶(けっしょう)(かたど)ったスパンコールを()いました。

      I bought sequins modeled after snowflakes.

        (はと)平和(へいわ)(かたど)ったマークとして認知(にんち)されています。

        The dove is recognized as a symbol that represents peace.

          ハートを(かたど)ったネックレスやピアスはよく()られています。

          Necklaces and earrings modeled in the shape of hearts are often sold.

            図工(ずこう)中の息子(むすこ)(へん)(かたち)(かたど)るわ、突然(とつぜん)()()すわ、奇想天外(きそうてんがい)だ。

            During art class, my son models strange shapes, suddenly bursts into tears, and is full of whimsical ideas.

              子供(こども):「どんな(かたち)(かたど)った作品(さくひん)()げたらママは(よろこ)んでくれるかな?」

              Child: "What kind of work modeled after a shape would make mom happy if I gave it to her?"

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