Japanese

おうよう
Meaning: application, practical use
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

応
用

Example sentences

Let's try applying this theory to actual work.
彼は孫子の兵法をビジネスに応用している。
He applies Sun Tzu's Art of War to business.
『孫子』の兵法は、現代のビジネスにも応用されている。
The Art of War by Sun Tzu is applied even in modern business.
基礎が固まっていないのに応用ばかり追うのは、画脂鏤氷の類だ。
Chasing only applications without solidifying the basics is a kind of wasted effort.
基礎を疎かにして応用ばかりを急ぐのは、敲氷求火の類いである。
Neglecting the basics and rushing straight into applications is like striking ice to get fire.

Usage Notes

Used for applying abstract knowledge, principles, or theories to specific real-world situations. Commonly used with the verb 'する'.

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