Meaning

Primary

Use

Alternatives

Application, Employment

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Something you use that has a use has... well, use. You can even use it for practical application.

Reading

しよう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 使用をする

    to use

    使用を中止する

    to discontinue use

    使用をやめる

    to stop using

Context Sentences

このトイレは使用中です。

This restroom is currently occupied.

プールにどれくらいの水を使用されているか知ってますか?

Do you know how much water is used in a pool?

使用前によく読んでください。

Please read carefully before using.

この字はワニカニでやったので知っています。でも、使用したことはほとんどないですね。

I know this character because I learned it on WaniKani. But I've hardly ever had a chance to use it.

Kanji Composition