JLPT N1
調教
It means “to train” or “tame.” You use it literally for animals, and figuratively, often jokingly, for people.
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Other forms
調教する suru verb
1 Noun, Suru verb
Training Animals
The process of training an animal, such as a horse or dog, to obey commands or perform tasks. This is the word’s original, literal meaning and often implies “breaking in” an animal to make it disciplined.
Example
この 馬 は 調教 が とても 難しい です 。
This horse is very difficult to train.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Taming People (Figurative / Slang)
In modern slang (especially in anime, manga, and online), this term is used figuratively to describe making a person behave in a way you want. It implies a power dynamic and is used humorously or sarcastically.
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