also: しゅする
suru verb (special), transitive verb
study; complete a course; cultivate; master
Formal, somewhat literary verb for studying a subject deeply, completing a course of study, or cultivating a skill. Often used in academic or self-improvement contexts.
彼は大学で哲学を修した。
He studied philosophy at university.
I studied abroad to master a language.
suru verb (special), transitive verb
Used for correcting or repairing something, often in a formal or technical context. Less common than 直す (なおす) in everyday speech.
誤りを修する必要がある。
We need to correct the errors.
古文書を修する技術。
The technique of repairing old documents.
suru verb (special), transitive verb
conduct a Buddhist service
Specialized Buddhist term for performing or conducting a religious service or ceremony.
僧侶が法要を修する。
The monk conducts a Buddhist memorial service.