Shirabe
  • Common
  • Godan verb with 'u' ending
  • transitive verb
Common Godan Transitive
English JMdict (multilingual)
1
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb to use (a tool, method, etc.);to make use of;to put to use
"Can I use your dictionary?" "Yes, here you are."
2
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb to use (a person, animal, puppet, etc.);to employ;to handle;to manage;to manipulate
It has become common practise to employ foreigners working abroad from Asian countries as maids.
3
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb to use (time, money, etc.);to spend;to consume
Don't use all the hot water.
4
Godan verb with 'u' endingtransitive verb to use (language);to speak
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