説く
N3とく
[toku]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
to explain; to preach; to advocate
2.Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
to persuade; to prevail upon; to reason with; to urge (someone to do)
Example Sentences
先生は学生に努力の大切さを説いていた。
The teacher urged students to put in the effort.
反対派を粘り強く説いて賛成させた。
Persistently persuaded the opposition into agreeing.
彼は平和の必要性を世界中で説いている。
He advocates for peace around the world.