No. 215 in Russian
использовать
"To use" or "to utilize."
In a sentence
Я использую ручку для письма.
I use a pen for writing.
The word 'использовать' here is used in its basic form to mean 'to use' something for a purpose.
Эту технологию можно использовать для улучшения качества жизни.
This technology can be used to improve the quality of life.
Here, 'использовать' demonstrates the possibility of usage or application for a beneficial purpose.
Он часто использует эту фразу в своих речах.
He often uses this phrase in his speeches.
In this case, 'использовать' is employed to express repetitive or habitual usage of an expression.
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