かかり

かかり

"かかり" means "charge, duty, or connection (function or linkage in a system)."

Usage: "かかり" refers to the onset or effect of something starting to apply, such as medication effect.

この薬は効果がかかりやすいです。

This medicine takes effect easily.

Usage: "かかり" in this context refers to the act of starting or initiating operation, often mechanical or procedural.

機械のかかりが悪いので、修理が必要です。

The machine starts poorly, so it needs repair.

Usage: Though a homophone, "係" (かかり) in this sentence denotes a person in charge or responsible for a specific task or area.

旅行の日程についての質問は全て受付の係に聞いてください。

Please ask all questions about the travel schedule to the reception clerk.