- 1. [v1, vt] 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
- 2. [v1, vt] to use (tact, wit, etc.); to exercise; to display
Kanji in this word
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利
profit, advantage, benefitOn: リ (ri)Kun: き.く (ki.ku)
Example Sentences
もうちょっと塩味をきかせてみたら?
mouchotto shioaji wokikasetemitara ?
How about adding a little bit more salt?
彼女は機転を大いにきかせてきわどい質問をかわした。
kanojo ha kiten wo ooi nikikasetekiwadoi shitsumon wokawashita .
She showed a great deal of wit in handling the delicate question.