資する
資する · suru verb (special)
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 資する | 資さない |
| Polite | 資します | 資しません |
| Past polite | 資しました | 資しませんでした |
| Past | 資した | 資さなかった |
| Te-form | 資して | 資さないで |
| Desire | 資したい | 資したくない |
| Potential | 資せる | 資せない |
| Passive | 資されるalso formal 資せられる | 資されないalso formal 資せられない |
| Causative | 資させる | 資させない |
| Causative passive | 資させられる | 資させられない |
| Volitional | 資そう | |
| Polite volitional | 資しましょう | |
| Imperative | 資せ | 資するな |
| Conditional | 資せば | 資さなければ |
| Tara conditional | 資したら | 資さなかったら |
Meanings
suru verb (special), intransitive verb
contribute to; be instrumental in; help bring about
Used when something (often an action, condition, or factor) plays a role in achieving a result. Common in formal or written contexts. The construction is ～に資する.
This research will contribute to the advancement of medicine.
His efforts contributed to the success of the project.
suru verb (special), intransitive verb
finance; provide funds for
Specifically refers to providing financial support. Often used in contexts like funding a project or covering expenses. The construction is ～に資する.
The fund finances the activities of young researchers.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉に資するto contribute to ~ / be instrumental in ~
This research is expected to contribute to the development of medicine.
- 資金を〜に資するto provide funds for ~
The company decided to provide the recovery funds to support the disaster-hit areas.
- 〈事〉の解決に資するto help bring about a solution to ~
This policy is meant to help resolve the environmental problem.