きかせる

利 かせる

Common word

  1. Ichidan verb, transitive verb

    to bring out (the effect of), to put to good use, to make use of (e.g. threats), to use (e.g. intimidation), to take advantage of (e.g. one's influence), to season (with salt, etc.), to put in

    • もうちょっと塩味をきかせてみたら？
      How about adding a little bit more salt?

  2. Ichidan verb, transitive verb

    to use (tact, wit, etc.), to exercise, to display

    • 彼女は機転を大いにきかせてきわどい質問をかわした。
      She showed a great deal of wit in handling the delicate question.