たる (Taru) is a Japanese auxiliary verb meaning “(those) who are, (that) which is, in the capacity of”.

Meanings

  1. auxiliary verb(those) who are; (that) which is; in the capacity ofafter a noun, usu. as 〜たる者, etc.; often used in relation to qualifications and requirements for a position

Examples

  • He has no capacity to be a teacher.

  • Be just before you are generous.

  • He has the capacity to be a future leader of the nation.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).