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仕切る

しきる

N2to partition · to lead

Examples

広い部屋を棚で仕切って二つの作業場にした。

経験豊かな司会者が話し合いを仕切る。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 仕切る is read as しきる and can mean “to partition” or “to lead”, depending on context.
  • Basic usage: The examples show partitioning a room with shelves and a facilitator leading discussion.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Distinguishing senses and uses
    • It means dividing a space with partitions or taking charge of and directing an event or discussion.

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