Shirabe
粋 を 利かす

利かすきかす

Godan Transitive
English jmdict
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Godan verb with 'su' endingtransitive verb 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
See also: 利かせる (きかせる)
彼は小節を利かして歌っています。
He is singing with a lot of ornamentation.
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Godan verb with 'su' endingtransitive verb to use (tact, wit, etc.);to exercise;to display
See also: 気を利かす (きをきかす)
Other forms 効かす 【きかす】
English jmdict
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'su' ending rare term to show tact (in relationship matters);to be considerate (e.g. of a couple);to be thoughtful
Other forms 粋をきかす 【すいをきかす】 (search-only kanji form)