キープ
Meanings
- する verb, Transitive, Noun to keep (e.g. the lead); to maintain (a standard, situation, etc.)
- to put aside (for someone); to save (e.g. a seat)
- to keep (the ball; in soccer, rugby, etc.); to retain possession
- to hold service (in tennis)
- Noun person one is dating while hoping for someone better
Example sentences
- この店は、ボトルをキープできるんですか。
Can I reserve a bottle and have you keep it here for me? - ＯＥＣＤの調査で北欧諸国が税率において世界の上位をキープした。
In the OECD survey, northern European countries are keeping their high ranking in tax-rates. - デザートが入るスペースをキープしておくつもりだ。
I plan to leave a place for the dessert.