VocabJLPT N3
to take effect
Godan VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to be effective
  2. 2. to take effect
  3. 3. to work
  4. 4. to be possible (to do, use, etc.)
This verb means to be effective, to work, or to have an effect. It is commonly used to describe medicine working, a technique being effective, or something having an impact on a person or situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That medicine did absolutely nothing!

Sentence 2

It seems like this medicine just doesn't work for me.

Sentence 3

She smiled and said, "That actually works pretty well."

Sentence 4

Did the medicine yesterday actually work?

Sentence 5

(inner thought) That small win really did wonders for my confidence!