"Kakarimasu" is a Japanese verb that means "to take (time)" or "to cost (money)". It is often used to express how long something will take or how much something will cost.
Here are some examples of how "kakarimasu" is used in sentences:
- "Kore wa ikura kakarimasu ka?" (How much does this cost?)
- "Tokyo e iku ni wa nanjikan kakarimasu ka?" (How long does it take to go to Tokyo?)
- "Kono shigoto wa sanjikan kakarimasu." (This work takes three hours.)
The verb "kakarimasu" is conjugated in different forms depending on the context and grammatical function in the sentence.
Practical insights:
- When asking about the cost of something, you can use "ikura kakarimasu ka?" for a general inquiry.
- To ask about the time it takes to do something, you can use "nanjikan kakarimasu ka?" for a general inquiry.
- "Kakarimasu" is a versatile verb used in various situations related to time and cost.
