す【かす】

Frequency rank: 12,683. – 12,712.
    Godan verb with 'su' ending; intransitive verb
  1. to change into; to convert to; to transform; to be reduced; to influence; to improve (someone)see also
Forms
  • す【かす】【けす】Frequency rank: 12,683. – 12,712.
  • かすFrequency rank: 36,519. – 36,867.
  • けすFrequency rank: 16,866. – 16,938.
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. to change into; to convert to; to transform
    2. This meaning is used when something is undergoing a change in form, structure, or state. It conveys the idea of transformation or conversion from one state to another.
    He wants to become a designer, so he transformed ordinary clothes into fashion.
    This project is significantly transforming people's lives.
  2. to be reduced
    3. This usage suggests a change that results in a smaller or lesser state, often hinting at a decrease in quantity or quality.
    The problem gradually reduced over time.
    When the temperature drops, substances can be reduced to solid form.
  3. to influence
    4. This meaning conveys the idea that something or someone has a significant impact or effect on another entity, leading to changes in behavior or outcome.
    She has the power to positively influence the people around her.
    Education is a crucial element that influences children's futures.
  4. to improve (someone)
    5. This usage pertains to the enhancement or betterment of a person’s qualities, skills, or attributes.
    His guidance has improved me.
    I can improve myself through studying.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to transformto influence (someone)to change (into something)to evolveto convert (to a profession)to transform thinkingto improve technologyto change shapeto transform wordsto change the environment
Wiktionary definitions (experimental)
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