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What does 生やす (はやす, hayasu) mean?

生やす (はやす, hayasu) means to grow (hair, a beard); to let grow.

Quick facts
Readingはやす
Romajihayasu
Part of speechgodan verb, transitive
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N3
はやす
N3 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommonhayasu

to grow (hair, a beard); to let grow

  1. 1godan verb · transitive to grow; to cultivate
  2. 2godan verb · transitive to let grow (e.g. weeds)

Example sentences

  • My older brother has grown a beard.

  • This plant grows leaves very quickly.

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