Lingaku効く【きく】
Frequency rank: 1,999.
Also利く【きく】きく
- to be effective; to take effect; to be good (for)usu. 効くsee also 薬が効く
- to work; to function wellusu. 利く for body senses, functions, etc.see also 目が利く
- to be possible (to do, use, etc.); to be able tosee also 割引が効く
- to taste (alcohol); to trysee also 聞く
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to something having a positive effect or being beneficial in a specific context. It can apply to medicine, treatments, or any helpful action or influence.
Generated: This usage describes the operation or performance of a mechanism, device, or system, indicating that it operates as intended or expected.
The machine is functioning properly.
Generated: Here, it signifies the capability or possibility of performing an action or using something, often indicating permission or availability.
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning involves sampling alcoholic beverages, often used when someone is testing or enjoying the flavor of a drink.