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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