Japanese Word · Intermediate
使い古す
to wear out
Pronunciation: [t͡sɨka̠iɸɯ̟ɾɯ̟sɨ]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to wear out".
Example
使い古した携帯は高く売れる
old cell phones can sell high
Practice tips
- Practice 使い古す out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.