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VocabJLPT N3

to open (a door, etc.)

Ichidan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to open (a door, etc.)
2. to unwrap (e.g. parcel, package)
3. to open (for business, etc.)
4. to empty

This verb means for a period of time to end or dawn, such as night turning into day or the New Year arriving. It is also used to describe a period of difficulty finally coming to an end.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Let's set out once dawn breaks," he said.

Sentence 2

The long winter has finally lifted.

Sentence 3

"The rainy season is over!" she cheered.

Sentence 4

I'll get in touch after the New Year.

Sentence 5

A new era is about to begin.