VocabJLPT N3
way of using (something)
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. way of using (something)
  2. 2. way to use
  3. 3. way of handling (employees, subordinates, etc.)
This noun means the way to use something, or instructions for how something is used. It is extremely common in everyday Japanese and often appears on product manuals, in teaching contexts, and when explaining how to operate something properly.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Ugh, I used my points the wrong way!

Sentence 2

Ugh, you're using it wrong again!

Sentence 3

All the more reason — word choice comes with real responsibility.

Sentence 4

The wrong choice of words can really hurt people.

Sentence 5

Hey, if you use it like that, you're gonna break it!