世話になる

せわになる

to receive favor; to receive assistance; to receive help; to be looked after

Meaning

expv5r
to receive favor; to receive assistance; to receive help; to be looked after; to be taken care of; to become dependent (on); to become much obliged (to someone); to become indebted

Example sentences

日本では親は年をとると、通例子供たちの世話になる。

When parents get old in Japan, they are customarily looked after by their children.