godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Physical movement of objects or body parts; transitive counterpart of 動く.
重い箱を動かすのは大変だ。
Moving a heavy box is tough.
彼は指を少し動かした。
He moved his finger a little.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
move emotionally; inspire; influence
To stir emotions, motivate, or affect someone's feelings or decisions.
彼の言葉が私の心を動かした。
His words moved my heart.
その映画は多くの人を動かした。
That movie inspired many people.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
To change a state, plan, or opinion; often used in negative constructions like 動かせない事実 (undeniable fact).
一度決めた方針は簡単に動かせない。
Once a policy is decided, it cannot be easily changed.
この証拠は事実を動かせないものだ。
This evidence makes the fact undeniable.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
operate; set in motion; get going
To start or run a machine, system, or organization.
エンジンを動かす前に点検してください。
Please check before starting the engine.
彼は会社を動かす中心人物だ。
He is the key person who runs the company.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
mobilize; deploy
To move troops or large groups for a purpose; often used in military or organizational contexts.
政府は軍隊を動かす決断をした。
The government decided to mobilize the troops.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
To handle or manipulate money or resources; often used in financial contexts.
彼は巨額の資金を動かしている。
He manages a huge amount of funds.