Japanese word

駆使

Pronunciation

Romajikushi

Meaning

  • nounmake full use of

Example

私は知識を駆使します。watashi wa chi shiki o ku shi shi ma su

I make full use of my knowledge.

Illustration for 駆使 (make full use of)

More examples

彼女は身ぶりを駆使して、言葉の壁を越えます。kano jo wa mi bu ri o ku shi shi te koto ba no kabe o ko e ma su

She uses gestures to overcome the language barrier.

Core concept

Focuses on directing knowledge, abilities, or tools skillfully toward a desired result.

Common phrases

  • 知識を駆使するchi shiki o ku shi su ru

    make full use of knowledge

  • 技術を駆使するgi jutsu o ku shi su ru

    make full use of technology

  • 道具を駆使するdō gu o ku shi su ru

    make full use of tools

Similar words

活用katsuyō: Effective use of knowledge, abilities, or resources for a practical purpose.
利用riyō: Use of a person, thing, or opportunity to achieve a purpose.
運用unyō: Practical management and use of a system, rule, fund, or other resource.

Definition in Japanese

知識や技術などを巧みに働かせ、目的を達成するために活用すること。chi shiki ya gi jutsu na do o taku mi ni hatara ka se moku teki o tas sei su ru ta me ni katsu yō su ru ko to

Word origin

駆 (ku, "drive") and 使 (shi, "use") form a compound whose literal elements suggest making something work for one's purpose.

Usage tips

  • Unlike a general word for use, 駆使 (kushi) often suggests skillful and energetic use, especially when the resource is a learned ability or specialized tool.

Other meanings

  • wieldnoun

Related words

  • 駆使するkushisurumake full use ofverb

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