操る
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 操る
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)
Examples
あの通訳は５か国語を自由に操る。
That interpreter is a master of five languages.
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
Examples
儲けようとする投機筋に操られているのです。
It's being manipulated by investors trying to make it rich.
Kanji in this Word
操
16 strokes
Frequency: 1016
JLPT N2
Grade 6
Meanings
maneuver
manipulate
operate
steer
chastity
virginity
fidelity
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ソウ
サン
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
みさお
あやつ.る
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
さお
みさ
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