1.
operation, piloting
The act of controlling a vehicle, aircraft, or machinery.
飛行機を操縦するには免許が必要だ。
You need a license to pilot an airplane.
彼は操縦席に座った。
He sat in the pilot's seat.
ドローンを操縦するのは難しい。
It's difficult to operate a drone.
2.
manipulation, control
Controlling or influencing someone or something, often with a negative connotation.
彼女は巧みに人を操縦する。
She skillfully manipulates people.
Negative nuance when used with people
部下を操縦するのが上手な上司だ。
He's a boss who is good at managing his subordinates.
あの政治家は世論を操縦しようとしている。
That politician is trying to manipulate public opinion.
Used for controlling vehicles (especially aircraft) and for manipulating people.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 操縦する (to operate, pilot)
- 操縦席 (cockpit, pilot's seat)
- 操縦士 (pilot)
- 操縦桿 (control stick, joystick)
- 遠隔操縦 (remote control)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 運転 - driving (cars, trains)
- 操縦 - piloting (aircraft), manipulation
Related Words
Related:
運転 (driving)