下げる

This is the 7225th most frequent Japanese word.


下げる

To lower; to reduce; to bring down.


In this context, "下げる" means to lower or reduce something, specifically a price.

価格を下げることは売上を増やす方法の一つです。

Lowering the price is one way to increase sales.


Here, "下げる" is used to mean lowering or decreasing a measurable quantity, the room temperature.

部屋の温度を下げすぎると風邪をひくことがあります。

Lowering the room temperature too much might cause catching a cold.


In this case, "下げる" refers to reducing or lowering the volume or intensity, specifically the voice.

彼女はその問題について声を下げて話した。

She spoke about the issue in a lowered voice.