明ける
あける
akeru
verbVocabularyLevel 29 - JLPT N3
Quick answer
明ける (あける (akeru)) means "to open (a door, etc.)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
to open (a door, etc.)
Also : to dawn · to unlock · to become daylight
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 明ける (あける) means 'to dawn'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to dawn.
Example Sentences
まいにち、明けます。
まいにち、あけます。
I like to open (a door, etc.).
私は明けます。
わたしはあけます。
I can open (a door, etc.).
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