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つかう
tsukau
To use
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使う
つかう
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To use
tsukau
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JLPT Level N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana つかう
Romaji tsukau
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 使う mean in Japanese?
The word 使う (つかう) means "to use" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 使う?
使う is read as つかう (romaji: tsukau). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 使う?
使う is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
How do I remember 使う quickly?
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Where can I practise 使う in sentences?
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