Japanese

てる

やくにたてる
Meaning: to put to use; to make useful; to utilize
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Affirmative Negative
Present 役に立てる 役に立てない
Polite 役に立てます 役に立てません
Past 役に立てた 役に立てなかった
Polite + Past 役に立てました 役に立てませんでした
Te-form 役に立てて 役に立てなくて
Potential 役に立てられる 役に立てられない
Passive 役に立てられる 役に立てられない
Causative 役に立てさせる 役に立てさせない
Imperative 役に立てろ 役に立てるな

Handwriting

役
に
立
て
る

Example sentences

I want to put the experience I've cultivated so far to good use in my new job.
私どもでお役に立てることがあれば、何なりとお申し付けください。
If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know.
微力ながら、皆様のお役に立てるよう努めます。
Although my strength is limited, I will do my best to be of service to everyone.

Usage Notes

Often used when applying one's skills, knowledge, or experience for a specific purpose.

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