明

JLPT N4

Bright, clear

Readings

On’yomi: パむ, γƒŸγƒ§γ‚¦ (mei, myō)
Kun’yomi: あか(るい) (aka(rui))
あか-るい – bright, cheerful あ-ける – to open (e.g., dawn breaks)

Vocabulary

ζ˜Žγ‚‹γ„
あかるい
bright
明ζ—₯
γ‚γ—γŸ
tomorrow
明璺
めいかく
clear
θͺ¬ζ˜Ž
せ぀めい
explanation
ζ˜Žη™½
めいはく
obvious

Example Sentences

ιƒ¨ε±‹γŒζ˜Žγ‚‹γ„γ§γ™γ€‚
へや が あかるい です。
The room is bright.
明ζ—₯δΌšγ„γΎγ—γ‚‡γ†γ€‚
γ‚γ—γŸ あいましょう。
Let’s meet tomorrow.

Cultural Note

πŸŒžπŸŒ™ 明 (brightness / clarity) reflects Japanese cultural and philosophical values:
1. Nature & Time:
o The combination of sun and moon represents the passage of time and natural cycles, which are highly appreciated in Japanese culture.
2. Positive Personality:
o ζ˜Žγ‚‹γ„ (cheerful / bright) is a common compliment, showing the cultural value placed on optimism and warmth in personality.
3. Clarity & Precision:
o Words like 明璺 (clear / precise) reflect the cultural importance of clarity and correctness in communication and planning.