1To grant, give, or confer something (such as an award, honor, or right), often in a formal or ceremonial context.
大学は優秀な学生に学位を授けた。
The university conferred degrees on outstanding students.
天皇は文化功労者に勲章を授けた。
The emperor awarded medals to contributors to culture.
神社でお守りを授けてもらった。
I received an amulet at the shrine.
2To teach or impart knowledge, skills, or teachings; used when a teacher or master passes on what they know to a student.
師匠は弟子に伝統の技を丁寧に授けた。
The master carefully taught the apprentice the traditional techniques.
彼女は生徒に生きる知恵を授ける存在だ。
She is someone who imparts wisdom for life to her students.