Jisho

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き 利かせる
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Ichidan verb, Transitive verb
1. 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​
  • もうちょっと
  • しおあじ塩味
  • を
  • きかせて
  • み
  • たら
    • ？
How about adding a little bit more salt?
Ichidan verb, Transitive verb
2. to use (tact, wit, etc.); to exercise; to display​See also 気を利かせる
  • かのじょ彼女
  • は
  • きてん機転
  • を
  • おお大いに
  • きかせて
  • きわどい
  • しつもん質問
  • を
  • かわした
    • 。
She showed a great deal of wit in handling the delicate question.
Other forms
効かせる 【きかせる】

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