Word of the Day - negau

Word of the Day:

negau

Pronunciation:

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Meaning:

to wish; to desire; to hope; to beg; to implore

Japanese characters:

願う　(ねがう)

Example:

Chichi no byouki ga hayaku yoku naru youni, negatteiru.
父の病気が早くよくなるように、願っている。

Translation:

I am hoping my father will get better soon.

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