握る
Meanings
Godan verb
Transitive verb
1. to clasp; to grasp; to grip; to clutch
2. to hold (the answer); to have (e.g. the solution); to be the key; to be the reason
3. to seize (power); to hold (the reins); to dominate; to control
4. to make (nigirizushi, rice ball, etc.); to form (with one's hands); to press into shape; to mold; to mould
Kanji used
Pitch accent
にぎる
Examples39
彼ら
I took the wheel while he slept.
刑事
The detective found absolute proof of the man's guilt.
その
You are holding my hand in that picture.
彼
He assumed the leadership of the political party.
彼
He armed himself with all the facts before asking questions at the meeting.
どうして
Why are you holding my hands?