Japanese

さく
Meaning: plan; policy; measure; scheme
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

策

Example sentences

We need to think of a new plan to solve this problem.
「拙」な策を弄するより、正直に話すべきだ。
Instead of using a clumsy scheme, you should speak honestly.
その問題の解決策は、すでに既知の事実となっている。
The solution to that problem is already a known fact.
その外交官は以夷征夷の策を用いて、周辺諸国の対立を利用した。
The diplomat used the strategy of using one enemy against another, taking advantage of the conflicts between neighboring countries.
借金で借金を返すのは、まさに鬱肉漏脯の策と言える。
Paying off debt with more debt can be called a truly stopgap measure that ignores future danger.

Usage Notes

Refers to a specific method, plan, or measure taken to achieve a goal or solve a problem. '策を練る' (saku o neru) is a common expression meaning to work out or devise a plan.

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