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動かす

うごかす

to move

Pronunciation

うごかす

Contains Kanji

動
どう
move

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Definitions

MM - #1310 Common N3
Godan verb with 'su' ending, transitive verb

1. To move; To shift; To stir; To budge; To change position

2. To inspire; To rouse; To move (e.g. feeling); To influence

3. To change; To alter; To deny

4. To operate; To set in motion; To get going

5. To mobilize (e.g. troops); To mobilise; To deploy

6. To manage (e.g. funds)

MM - #1310 Common N3

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Since this is a transitive verb, it will take a direct object! This means 動かす indicates "to move (something)", rather than that something "moves (on its own)".

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