世話 せわ
sewao yaku

Godan Verb (ku)
Idiomatic Expression

1. to take care of someone; to look after someone; to help

あか ぼう世話 せわ けるのが うれしい。
akambōno sewao yakeru noga ureshii.
I'm very happy that I can take care of the baby.
Godan Verb (ku)
Idiomatic Expression

2. to give help where it isn't wanted; to be officious; to bother; to meddle; to interfere

いらぬ世話 せわをやくな。
iranu sewao yakuna.
Mind your own business.
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