つかう

使 う

Common word

  1. Godan verb with 'u' ending, transitive verb

    to use (a tool, method, etc.), to make use of, to put to use

    • 「あなたの辞書を使ってもいいですか」「はい、どうぞ」
      "Can I use your dictionary?" "Yes, here you are."

  2. Godan verb with 'u' ending, transitive verb

    to use (a person, animal, puppet, etc.), to employ, to handle, to manage, to manipulate

    • アジア諸国などから出稼ぎにきた外国人をメイドとして使うのが常識のようになっている。
      It has become common practise to employ foreigners working abroad from Asian countries as maids.

  3. Godan verb with 'u' ending, transitive verb

    to use (time, money, etc.), to spend, to consume

    • お湯を全部使わないで。
      Don't use all the hot water.

  4. Godan verb with 'u' ending, transitive verb

    to use (language), to speak