Meaning

Primary

Misuse

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

A mistake in use is a misuse.

Reading

ごよう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

薬の誤用は命に関わることがあります。

Misuse of medicine can be fatal.

Kanji Composition