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open
NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verbな-AdjectivePrenominal

Definitions

  1. 1. opening (a new store, golf course, runway, etc.)
  2. 2. open
  3. 3. open (car, collar, tournament, etc.)
This katakana word is borrowed from English and means "open," used to describe a business, facility, or event that has opened or is now available to the public. It can function as a noun or する verb, and is very commonly seen on signs and in announcements about new shops or services.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Let's go on a different day — opening day will be packed," she said.

Sentence 2

"This facility will open as a hub for community engagement," the mayor said.

Sentence 3

"Apparently that shop is opening tomorrow," my coworker said.

Sentence 4

We managed to open ahead of schedule — honestly, what a relief!

Sentence 5

Seriously, trouble on opening day? Could it get any worse!