English–Japanese

“be effective” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikiku

Example

この方法はよく効きます。ko no hō hō wa yo ku ki ki ma su

This method is effective.

Illustration for 効く (be effective)

How to say “be effective” in Japanese

“Be effective” in Japanese is 効く (kiku).

The Japanese verb 効く (kiku) describes something producing the intended result or benefit in a situation.

Full entry for 効く: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 効く

この薬は頭痛に効きます。ko no kusuri wa zu tsū ni ki ki ma su

This medicine works for headaches.

Tips for using 効く

  • When a method or treatment produces the desired result, Japanese commonly describes it with 効く (kiku), where English may use "work" rather than "be effective."

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