配

JLPT N3

Distribute

Readings

On’yomi: ハイ (hai)

Kun’yomi: くば(る) (kuba(ru))

• くば(る) – to distribute, to deliver, to hand out

Structure

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Vocabulary

配る

くばる

hand out

心配

しんぱい

worry

配達

はいたつ

delivery

配置

はいち

arrangement

支配

しはい

control

Example Sentences

紙を配ります。

かみをくばります。

I hand out papers.

心配します。

しんぱいします。

I worry.

配達されます。

はいたつされます。

It is delivered.

配置します。

はいちします。

I arrange it.

支配します。

しはいします。

I control it.

Cultural Note

📦 配 reflects the Japanese attention to order, consideration, and preparation.
• 心配 (worry) emphasizes caring for others’ situations.
• 手配 shows meticulous planning and arrangement, a cultural hallmark in business and daily life.
• The kanji is frequently used in logistics, customer service, and interpersonal relationships, highlighting efficiency and thoughtfulness.