use, send

About this kanji

The kanji 使 carries the primary meanings of "use" and "send." It is commonly used as both a verb and in compounds. For example, 使う (つかう) means "to use", while 使用 (しよう) translates to "use" in a more formal context. The term 使い方 (つかいかた) refers to the "way to use" something, providing guidance on its usage. Another interesting compound is 使者 (ししゃ), which means "messenger," someone who is sent to deliver a message. A quick note to remember is that while 使 mainly conveys the idea of using or sending, context will often clarify its specific application.

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Example sentences

• この道具を使います。

  I will use this tool.

Meanings across languages

English

use, send

Tiếng Việt

sử dụng, gửi

日本語

使う, 使い

한국어

사용하다

中文

使用

id

menggunakan

th

ใช้

es

usar

fr

utiliser

de

benutzen

pt

usar

Common compounds

• 使用しようuse, utilization
• 使い方つかいかたway to use, how to use
• 使うつかうto use
• 使者ししゃmessenger, envoy