godan verb (-su), transitive verb
match; synchronize
Used for adjusting rhythm, speed, timing, or other parameters to align with something else. Often seen as a synonym of 合わせる in this sense.
See also: 合わせる
音楽に合わせて手拍子をあわす。
Clap hands in time with the music.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Broad sense of bringing things together physically or abstractly: joining, connecting, overlapping, mixing, or adding up. Covers senses 2, 6, and 7.
二つのパイプをあわす。
Join the two pipes together.
材料をよくあわす。
Mix the ingredients well.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Used when people or things are positioned facing each other. Often appears in expressions like 顔をあわす (to meet face to face).
See also: 顔を合わせる
彼と顔をあわすのが気まずい。
It's awkward to face him.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
compare; check against
Used when comparing something with another thing, or checking information against a reference.
原本とあわして間違いがないか確認する。
Check against the original to make sure there are no mistakes.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
cause to meet (unpleasant fate)
Used when someone is made to encounter something undesirable, such as an accident or misfortune. Often in causative or passive-like constructions.
See also: 遭う
不注意が彼を事故にあわした。
His carelessness caused him to meet with an accident.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
cross blades; fight
Literal or figurative expression for engaging in combat, especially with swords. Rare outside historical or dramatic contexts.
武士たちは刀をあわした。
The warriors crossed swords.