VocabJLPT N2
(practical) application
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbPrenominal

Definitions

  1. 1. (practical) application
  2. 2. putting to practical use
  3. 3. applied (e.g. physics, linguistics, research)
This noun and する verb refers to applying learned knowledge or a technique to a practical situation. It contrasts with basic study and emphasizes using skills in real-world or advanced contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Of course — I'll take the patterns I've learned and adapt them to make them my own.

Sentence 2

Let's shift perspective for a moment and try applying the same logic.

Sentence 3

"You can use that expression in other situations too, you know," she said.

Sentence 4

"Can this method be applied at home too?" my mom asked.

Sentence 5

Whoa, he took the same structure and used it to write a completely different song!