Translation and Meaning of: 泊める - tomeru

The Japanese word 「泊める」 (romaji: tomeru) is a verb that means to host or provide shelter to someone. The etymology of the term refers to the practice of providing temporary accommodation, especially for travelers or visitors. Composed of the kanji 「泊」 which can be associated with "to stay overnight" or "overnight stay," this expression is used to indicate the act of offering a place for someone to spend the night.

The verb 「泊める」 is often used in informal and gentle contexts, often among friends or family who offer their home to others. For example, a host may use this word when inviting someone to stay at their home, usually demonstrating hospitality and generosity. It is important to note that, in Japanese, the act of welcoming someone into one's home carries a strong cultural component of courtesy and warm reception.

In addition to 「泊める」, the verb 「止める」 (also read as tomeru) shares the same pronunciation but has a different meaning, relating to "stop" or "suspend" something. This usage can range from interrupting an activity to stopping a car in a safe place. Although they share the same reading, these verbs are easily differentiated by context and the kanji used.

In the Japanese everyday life, the flexibility of the language is visible through such examples of homonyms, highlighting the importance of kanji in clarifying the correct meaning in each context. Recognizing the difference between 「泊める」 and 「止める」 is essential, especially when it comes to understanding the exact meaning of a sentence in a conversation or written text. This distinction underscores the sophistication and subtlety of the Japanese language, where understanding kanji is crucial to grasping the precise meaning of words.

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Verb conjugation of 泊める

• 泊める - Positive form, present, casual
• 泊める Positive form, present, polite
• 泊める - Negative form, present, casual.
• 泊める - Negative form, present, polite
• 泊めた - Positive form, past, casual
• 泊めました Positive form, past, polite
• 泊めなかった - Negative form, past, casual
• 泊めませんでした Negative form, past, polite

Synonyms and similar words

• 宿泊する (Shukuhaku suru) - Stay (usually in a hotel or inn)
• 泊まる (Tomaru) - To spend the night or stay in a place (usually temporarily)
• 宿泊すること (Shukuhaku suru koto) - The act of doing a stay
• 宿泊場所を提供する (Shukuhaku basho o teikyō suru) - Provide a place to stay
• 宿泊を許す (Shukuhaku o yuru su) - Allow the stay
• 宿泊先を提供する (Shukuhaku saki o teikyō suru) - Provide a place to stay
• 宿泊を提供する (Shukuhaku o teikyō suru) - Offer stay
• 宿泊場所を提供すること (Shukuhaku basho o teikyō suru koto) - Providing a place to stay

泊める

Romaji: tomeru
Kana: とめる
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: to shelter; to lodge

Meaning in English: to give shelter to;to lodge

Definition: "Stay overnight": to let someone stay overnight, provide accommodation.

Example Sentences - (泊める) tomeru

See below some example sentences:

私は友達を家に泊めました。

Watashi wa tomodachi o ie ni tomerimashita

I hosted my friend at home.

I stayed at home with my friends.

• 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun that means "I"
• は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case, "I"
• 友達 (tomodachi) - noun meaning "friend"
• を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence, in this case, "friend"
• 家 (ie) - substantivo que significa "casa"
• に (ni) - particle that indicates the location where the action took place, in this case, "at home"
• 泊めました (tomemashita) - verb that means "host" in the past