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口をきく
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 口をきく.
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Entry
1
Idiomatic expression
to speak; to talk
Examples
彼女とは数年前から口をきく間柄ではない。
I have not been on speaking terms with her for a few years.
2
Idiomatic expression
to mediate; to act as a go-between; to put in a good word (for someone)
Examples
彼は私のために口をきいてくれた。
He put in a good word for me.
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