止す
よす
yosu
verbVocabularyLevel 39 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

止す (よす (yosu)) means "to stop (doing)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to stop (doing)

Also : to drop · to quit · to cease · to desist · to lay off · to give up

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 止す (よす) means 'to cease'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to cease.

Example Sentences

まいにち、止します。

まいにち、よします。

I like to stop (doing).

私は止します。

わたしはよします。

I can stop (doing).

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