What does 受ける mean?
受ける is a Japanese verb meaning “to take (an examination, interview, etc.); to receive” in English. It can also be translated as “to catch (e.g. a ball), to be struck by (wind, waves, sunlight, etc.), to sustain (damage)” depending on context. It is written as 受ける in kanji, うける in hiragana, and ukeru in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N4 vocabulary.
Example sentences
６５歳以上の人たちは政府から年金を受けている。
People 65 and above get a pension from the government.
立ち退きの予告を受けた。
We received an eviction notice.
喜んでお申し出をお受けします。
We gladly accept your offer.