取れる

Meaning

1. v1vi
   to come off (of a button, handle, lid, etc.)
2. v1vi
   to go away (of a fever, pain, swelling, etc.); to disappear; to come out (of a stain); to come off (e.g. of dust); to be removed (e.g. of wrinkles)
3. v1vi
   to be harvested; to be picked; to be produced; to be caught (of fish); to be obtained; to be extracted
4. v1vi
   to be interpreted (as); to be taken (as); to be understood (as); to be read (as)
5. v1vi
   to be attained (of balance, harmony, etc.); to be achieved
6. v1vivt
   to be able to get; to be able to obtain; to be able to secure; to be able to win; to be able to catch

Example sentences

• 連絡はどのようにすれば取れますか。

  How can I get in touch with you?

• 良い席が取れるように早く来た。

  I came early in order to get a good seat.

• 良い席が取れるように早く出た。

  I left early so I could get a good seat.