かかる
kakaru
Common
N5
verb
Translations
1.
to take (a resource, e.g., time or money)
2.
to hang
3.
to be covered
Notes
The verb 'かかる' is versatile and can be used in various contexts, such as time, money, or physical states like hanging or being covered. It is often used in everyday conversation.
Examples
この仕事には時間がかかる。
Kono shigoto ni wa jikan ga kakaru.
This job takes time.
絵が壁にかかっている。
E ga kabe ni kakatte iru.
The picture is hanging on the wall.
風邪がかかる。
Kaze ga kakaru.
To catch a cold.