How to say 'Stretch' or 'Apply' in Japanese | 張る

word

Meaning

Stretch, Apply

Reading

Kanji

張Spread, Stretch

Explanation

The Japanese verb '張る (はる)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to stretch' or 'to extend', often used when describing something being pulled tight or spread out. For example: stretch the canvas「キャンバスを張る」(キャンバスをはる). The second meaning is 'to apply' or 'to attach', commonly used when sticking or affixing something onto a surface. For example: apply a sticker「シールを張る」(シールをはる). This verb is versatile and can be used in various contexts, such as physical actions or metaphorical extensions. Note that '張る' can also imply tension or effort, as in 'to strain' or 'to exert' in certain contexts.

Part Of Speech

verb

Kanji JLPT

Kanji Grade

Frequency

1317

Composition

kanji-hiragana

Handwriting