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Verb Conjugation - Potential (Can)

Conjugating 持つ (motsu) in Potential (Can)

In Japanese, the verb 持つ (meaning "to to hold / carry / have", JLPT N5) conjugates in the Potential (Can) form as 持てる (moteru). Verb group: Group 1.

Context Example

カバンを持てる。
Kaban o moteru.
I can carry a bag.
What is the Potential (Can) conjugation of 持つ (motsu)?
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