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VocabJLPT N4

to rotate

Godan VerbTransitive VerbAuxiliary Verb

Definitions

1. to turn
2. to rotate
3. to pass around
4. to move (someone or something to where its needed)

This verb means to turn, spin, or rotate something, or to pass something around to others. It can describe physically turning an object like a steering wheel or distributing something among a group. It is a versatile verb used in many everyday situations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

You probably turned the key the wrong way, didn't you?

Sentence 2

I was told to "turn this key to the right."

Sentence 3

He turned things over in his head.

Sentence 4

Managing money well is really hard.

Sentence 5

I was asked to "turn it a little more to the left."