気を利かす きをきかす Also written 気をきかす Meanings Expression, Godan verb to use tact; to exercise discretion; to be tactful; to be thoughtful; to have the sense (to do); to take a hint See also: 気を利かせる (きをきかせる). Kanji 気 spirit. Read as キ. 利 benefit. Read as きく. Jinuma: Japanese Dictionary · Word lists