化する (-ification)
-ification, -ization, To make something, To change, To become, Transform into
JLPT N4
Pattern
Noun + 化する
How it works
化する (かする) after a noun means “-ise / turn into”: 国際化する (internationalise), 機械化する (mechanise). It's common in news and written Japanese.
Examples
- この 町も 国際化して きた。This town has become more international too.
- 仕事が 機械化されました。The work has been mechanised.
Related grammar
Further reading
Bunpro N4 · Lesson 9Put your practice together
Work through a complete paper at your own pace or choose a timed mock exam. No account is needed to begin.