Meaning and Usage
"急かす" (せかす) means to hurry or urge someone to do something faster. It often implies a sense of impatience or pressure from the speaker toward the listener.
Common Contexts
This verb is frequently used in daily life when someone is pushing another person to speed up an action, such as finishing work, eating, or leaving.
Collocations and Patterns
- 仕事を急かす: to hurry someone at work
- 朝ごはんを急かす: to urge someone to eat breakfast quickly
- 急かさないで: a common phrase meaning "don’t rush me"
Register and Nuance
"急かす" is neutral in formality but can sound a bit forceful depending on tone. It’s often used in casual or semi-formal situations. Be careful not to overuse it as it might annoy the listener.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "急かす" with "急ぐ" (いそぐ), which means "to hurry oneself." Remember, "急かす" is to urge others, while "急ぐ" is to hurry yourself.