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[つか(使)·]
tsukai
noun, noun, used as a suffix, noun, used as a prefix

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[つか()·]
tsukai

English Meaning(s) for 使い

noun
  1. errand; mission; going as envoy
  2. messenger; bearer; errand boy; errand girl
  3. familiar spirit
noun, used as a suffix, noun, used as a prefix
  1. use; usage; user; trainer; tamer; charmer (often read as づかい when used as a suffix)

Definition and Synonyms for 使い

Errand a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission
Synonyms: お使い, 使い, 使う, 使い走り
Exercise the act of using
Synonyms: 使い, 使う, 使用, 利用, 活用
Tamer an animal trainer who tames wild animals
Synonyms: 使い, 使う

Meanings for each kanji in 使い

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Categories 使い is a member of

Trip a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
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Activity any specific behavior
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Animal Trainer one who trains or exhibits animals
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 使い

Sample Sentences for 使い

The boy often runs errands.
She is rough in speech.
He has more money than can be spent.
The car is at your service.
Be my guest.

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