あやつる

操る【あやつる】

Frequency rank: 1,787.

Alsoあやつる

Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb

to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer

This meaning refers to the physical control or operation of an object, typically a machine or vehicle. It emphasizes the skill involved in managing or guiding the object effectively.

I am good at operating a car.

to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)

This meaning indicates a high level of skill or proficiency in using a language or playing an instrument. It suggests familiarity and expertise.

She speaks English fluently.

to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet

This usage relates to the act of manipulating puppets, implying a control over the puppet’s movements as if it were a living being.

He works a puppet to enjoy storytelling.

to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind

This meaning denotes a more covert type of control, where an individual influences others or situations without revealing their intentions or actions.

He is manipulating people to gain his own benefit.

Example sentences10 results

It's being manipulated by investors trying to make it rich.

Tatoeba

I want to play a game where a noble female knight with the nickname "Light-Speed" freely manipulates gravity.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

Wiktionary

操る【あやつる】

Frequency rank: 1,787.

Alsoあやつる

Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb

to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer

This meaning refers to the physical control or operation of an object, typically a machine or vehicle. It emphasizes the skill involved in managing or guiding the object effectively.

I am good at operating a car.

to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)

This meaning indicates a high level of skill or proficiency in using a language or playing an instrument. It suggests familiarity and expertise.

She speaks English fluently.

to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet

This usage relates to the act of manipulating puppets, implying a control over the puppet’s movements as if it were a living being.

He works a puppet to enjoy storytelling.

to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind

This meaning denotes a more covert type of control, where an individual influences others or situations without revealing their intentions or actions.

He is manipulating people to gain his own benefit.

Example sentences10 results

It's being manipulated by investors trying to make it rich.

Tatoeba

I want to play a game where a noble female knight with the nickname "Light-Speed" freely manipulates gravity.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

あやつる

Wiktionary

操

N16

意maneuver; manipulate; operate; steer; chastity; virginity; fidelity

訓みさお、あやつ.る

音ソウ、サン

名さお、みさ

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操る【あやつる】

Frequency rank: 1,787.

Alsoあやつる

Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb

to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer

This meaning refers to the physical control or operation of an object, typically a machine or vehicle. It emphasizes the skill involved in managing or guiding the object effectively.

I am good at operating a car.

to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)

This meaning indicates a high level of skill or proficiency in using a language or playing an instrument. It suggests familiarity and expertise.

She speaks English fluently.

to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet

This usage relates to the act of manipulating puppets, implying a control over the puppet’s movements as if it were a living being.

He works a puppet to enjoy storytelling.

to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind

This meaning denotes a more covert type of control, where an individual influences others or situations without revealing their intentions or actions.

He is manipulating people to gain his own benefit.

Example sentences10 results

It's being manipulated by investors trying to make it rich.

Tatoeba

I want to play a game where a noble female knight with the nickname "Light-Speed" freely manipulates gravity.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

あやつる

Wiktionary

操る【あやつる】

Frequency rank: 1,787.

Alsoあやつる

Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb

to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer

This meaning refers to the physical control or operation of an object, typically a machine or vehicle. It emphasizes the skill involved in managing or guiding the object effectively.

I am good at operating a car.

to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)

This meaning indicates a high level of skill or proficiency in using a language or playing an instrument. It suggests familiarity and expertise.

She speaks English fluently.

to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet

This usage relates to the act of manipulating puppets, implying a control over the puppet’s movements as if it were a living being.

He works a puppet to enjoy storytelling.

to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind

This meaning denotes a more covert type of control, where an individual influences others or situations without revealing their intentions or actions.

He is manipulating people to gain his own benefit.

Example sentences10 results

It's being manipulated by investors trying to make it rich.

Tatoeba

I want to play a game where a noble female knight with the nickname "Light-Speed" freely manipulates gravity.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

あやつる

Wiktionary

操

N16

意maneuver; manipulate; operate; steer; chastity; virginity; fidelity

訓みさお、あやつ.る

音ソウ、サン

名さお、みさ

Details