What does 返す mean?
返す is a Japanese verb meaning “to return something” in English. It can also be translated as “to turn over, to pay back, to respond (with)” depending on context. It is written as 返す in kanji, かえす in hiragana, and kaesu in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N5 vocabulary.
Example sentences
お金は明日返すよ。
I'll give you back the money tomorrow.
お前は恩を仇で返したな。
You bit the hand that fed you.