抱える
N3かかえる
[kakaeru]
Definitions
1.Ichidan verb; transitive verb
to hold in one's arms; to carry in one's arms; to carry under one's arm; to hold (one's head) in one's hands
2.Ichidan verb; transitive verb
to have (problems, debts, etc.); to take on (a responsibility); to be burdened with (e.g. care of a family member); to have (children, etc.) to provide for
3.Ichidan verb; transitive verb
to employ; to have (on one's staff); to hire
Example Sentences
彼女は赤ちゃんを抱えて歩いています。
She is walking while holding a baby in her arms.
会社は大きな問題を抱えている。
The company has big problems.
重い荷物を抱えて階段を上がった。
I went up the stairs carrying heavy luggage.