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面倒を見る

mendō o miru
verb★Intermediate— to take care of
informal

To look after someone or something, often involving responsibility and care

病気の母の面倒を見る

To take care of a sick mother

ペットの面倒を見る

To take care of a pet

💡

This phrase is commonly used to describe taking care of someone who is sick, elderly, or a child, as well as managing responsibilities like household chores or pets.

Collocations

面倒を見るto take care of面倒を見てもらうto be taken care of

Synonyms

世話をする看病する介護する

Antonyms

放置する無視する

Related Phrases

面倒くさいphrase
troublesome or annoying
面倒を見てもらうphrase
to be taken care of

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The phrase '面倒を見る' is often used in family or caregiving contexts, so be mindful of the situation when using it.

⚡Gold Rule

Responsibility Implication

This phrase carries a strong sense of responsibility, so use it when you are actively taking care of someone or something.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines '面倒' (mendō, meaning trouble or bother) and '見る' (miru, meaning to see or look after), reflecting the idea of taking responsibility for someone or something.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in contexts where one is taking on the responsibility of caring for someone or something, whether it's a person, a pet, or a task. It can also imply a sense of duty or obligation.

Word Breakdown

面倒
trouble, bother
root
+
見る
to see, to look after
root
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