ichidan verb, transitive verb
Taking something temporarily with the intention of returning it. The core physical sense.
図書館で本を借りた。
I borrowed a book from the library.
駅の近くでアパートを借りている。
I'm renting an apartment near the station.
旅行のためにレンタカーを借りた。
I rented a car for the trip.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
make use of (help, wisdom, etc.); obtain; receive
Figurative extension: benefiting from someone else's knowledge, assistance, or resources, often with a sense of indebtedness.
先輩の知恵を借りて問題を解決した。
I solved the problem by making use of my senior's wisdom.
ちょっと手を借りてもいい?
Can I get a hand?
ichidan verb, transitive verb
use for another purpose; put to a different use
Using a space, object, or concept in a way that differs from its original or intended purpose. Often seen in set phrases like 〜を借りて.
この場を借りてお礼を申し上げます。
I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude.
会議室を借りてパーティーを開いた。
We used the conference room for a party.