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Verb Conjugation - Present Polite

Conjugating 持つ (motsu) in Present Polite

In Japanese, the verb 持つ (meaning "to to hold / carry / have", JLPT N5) conjugates in the Present Polite form as 持ちます (mochimasu). Verb group: Group 1.

Context Example

カバンを持ちます。
Kaban o mochimasu.
I carry a bag.
What is the Present Polite conjugation of 持つ (motsu)?
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