Word details

逆用

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 逆用.

Dictionary

Entry

逆用ゃくようNounTransitive~する VerbFreq #70535
1

using in a way contrary to its intended purpose; abuse; turning to one's advantage; taking advantage of

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked

8 strokesFrequency 683JLPT N2Grade 5

On

ギャクゲキ

Kun

さかさか.ささか.らう

utilize, business, service, use, employ

5 strokesFrequency 107JLPT N3Grade 2

On

ヨウ

Kun

もち.いる

Nanori

たから

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