Definition and meaning of 写す - うつす in Japanese
うつす写す
utsusu
N4
1.to copy, capture (on film), photograph, take (picture)
godan ~す verb / transitive
写真を写す。
Take a picture.うつす写す
utsusu
N4
1.replicate or transcribe a document.
Godan verb with 'su' ending, Transitive verb
彼は絵を写すのが得意です。
He is good at copying pictures.レシピを写すためにメモを取ります。
I take notes to copy the recipe. More examples
2.capture or represent something in writing.
Godan verb with 'su' ending, Transitive verb
彼は美しい風景を写すのが得意です。
He is good at depicting beautiful landscapes.この小説は人間の心情を写す力がある。
This novel has the power to depict human emotions. More examples
3.copy or replicate something.
Godan verb with 'su' ending, Transitive verb
彼は有名な画家の作品を写して、自分の絵を上達させた。
He improved his painting skills by imitating the works of a famous artist.子供たちはテレビ番組のキャラクターを写して、遊びを楽しんだ。
The children enjoyed playing by imitating the characters from a TV show. More examples
4.capturing an image using a camera or device.
Godan verb with 'su' ending, Transitive verb
私は新しいカメラで風景を写す。
I will take pictures of the scenery with my new camera.今日は友達と一緒に写真を写す予定。
I plan to take photos with my friends today. More examples
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