N2
ほどこす (hodokosu)
施す
to give; to donate; to apply; to perform (treatment)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often implies giving charity, performing treatment, or applying something (e.g., a design, a finish). It generally has a positive connotation of benefiting others or improving something.
📝 Example Sentences
被災者に食料と医薬品を施した。
They provided food and medicine to the disaster victims.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "施す"!
慈善団体は貧しい人々に援助を_______ている。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「援助を施す」は、恵まれない人々に物や力を与えるという意味で使われます。
English: '援助を施す' is used to mean providing things or help to those in need.
English: '援助を施す' is used to mean providing things or help to those in need.
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