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操る

あやつる

to operate

Pronunciation

あ や つ る

Contains Kanji

操
そう
maneuver

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Definitions

Common N1
Godan verb with 'ru' ending, transitive verb

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

2. To have a good command of (a language); To play proficiently (of a musical instrument)

3. To work (a puppet); To pull the strings of a puppet

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

Common N1

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