1.
to use properly according to situation; to use selectively; to differentiate in usage
To choose and use different things or methods appropriately depending on the situation, purpose, or context.
敬語と普通語を使い分ける。
To use honorific language and casual language appropriately.
場面によって言葉を使い分ける必要がある。
You need to use different words depending on the situation.
SNSのアカウントを目的別に使い分けている。
I use different social media accounts for different purposes.
VERB TYPE:
他動詞 (transitive verb)
Ichidan verb (一段動詞/下一段)
CONJUGATION:
- 使い分けない (negative)
- 使い分けて (te-form)
- 使い分けた (past)
COMMON OBJECTS:
- 言葉を使い分ける - to use different words appropriately
- 敬語を使い分ける - to use keigo appropriately
- 道具を使い分ける - to use different tools for different purposes
NOUN FORM:
使い分け - differentiated use, selective use