godan verb (-su), transitive verb
make someone cry; move to tears
Used when a person, story, or situation causes someone to cry, either from sadness or strong emotion. Often implies emotional impact rather than physical harm.
See also: 泣かせる
その映画はいつも私を泣かす。
That movie always makes me cry.
彼の言葉が彼女を泣かせた。
His words moved her to tears.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Less common standalone use; often appears in set phrases or literary contexts. Modern Japanese more often uses 悲しむ or 嘆く for general grieving.
彼は友の死を泣かした。
He grieved over his friend's death.