Verb (5-dan, す, transitive)
1. to match (rhythm, speed, etc.)
今度はタイミングを合わすよ。This time I'll get the timing right.
2. to join together; to unite; to combine; to add up
多くの者がプライドを優先して、力を合わそうとはしなかった。Many put their pride first and would not join forces.
3. to face; to be opposite (someone)
彼女は俺と視線を合わさない。She won't meet my eyes.
4. to compare; to check with
あとで答えを合わそう。Let's compare answers later.
5. to cause to meet (e.g. an unpleasant fate)
二度とお前を危ない目に合わさない。I'll never put you in danger again.
6. to place together; to connect; to overlap
母さんが両手を合わす。Mom puts her hands together.
7. to mix; to combine
先に調味料を合わしておこう。Let's mix the seasonings first.
8. to put blade to blade; to fight
一度剣を合わしただけで、彼の強さがわかった。Crossing swords with him just once told me how strong he was.