godan verb (-su), transitive verb
General term for lending something to someone temporarily, with the expectation of return.
友達に本を貸した。
I lent a book to my friend.
お金を貸してもらえますか。
Could you lend me some money?
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
rent out; hire out
Used when the owner allows someone to use property or equipment for a fee.
アパートを学生に貸している。
I rent out an apartment to students.
この店は自転車を貸しています。
This shop rents out bicycles.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Colloquial use for handing something over or giving it, often with a nuance of temporarily letting someone use it.
ちょっとペン貸して。
Let me borrow your pen for a sec.
消しゴムを忘れたから、貸してくれる？
I forgot my eraser; can you lend me yours?