JLPT N1 Advanced
為す
「なす」
To do, accomplish, or constitute (formal/literary).
Readings
Other forms
なす common kana form
為さない negative
為します polite
為した past tense
為して te-form
1 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To do" / "To carry out
A literary verb used to indicate the performance of an action, particularly in set phrases regarding harm or meaning.
Example
なす べき こと を 、 ただ 為す だけ です 。
I will simply do what must be done.
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2 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To make into" / "To form
To constitute a specific shape or formation, or to convert something into a new state.
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3 Verb (Godan, Transitive)
To achieve" / "To accomplish
To successfully accomplish a significant objective or bring a task to a complete state.
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