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効く

きく

to be effective

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MM - #2967 Common N3
Godan verb with 'ku' ending, intransitive verb

1. To be effective; To take effect; To be good (for) See also 薬が効く.

2. To work; To function well See also 目が利く.

3. To be possible (to do, use, etc.); To be able to See also 割引が効く.

Godan verb with 'ku' ending, transitive verb

4. To taste (alcohol); To try See also 聞く.

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MM - #2967 Common N3

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