What does 伝わる mean?
伝わる is a Japanese verb meaning “to be handed down, to be transmitted” in English. It can also be translated as “to be handed down (from generation to generation), to be introduced (to a country, region, etc.), to be conveyed (of a feeling, impression, etc.)” depending on context. It is written as 伝わる in kanji, つたわる in hiragana, and tsutawaru in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
この歌は１０世紀から今日まで伝わったものだ。
This song comes down to us from the tenth century.
お茶は中国から伝わった。
Tea was introduced from China.
あなたの議論は良く相手に伝わった。
Your argument came across well.