This is the 8562nd most frequent Japanese word.
捕
"Capture" or "seize."
捕る is commonly used to express the act of catching or taking hold of something, usually in natural scenarios like fishing.
彼は魚を捕るのが上手です。
He is good at catching fish.
捕まえる is used to depict apprehending or capturing someone, often in a security or legal context.
警官は泥棒を捕まえた。
The police officer captured the thief.
捕獲する reflects the act of capturing something, typically emphasizing the effort or process involved.