VocabJLPT N1
lighting (a lamp)
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. lighting (a lamp)
  2. 2. turning on a light
A noun and verb (する) meaning to turn on or light up a lamp, light, or other illumination. It is the opposite of 消灯 (turning off lights) and is used in everyday and formal contexts alike.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

No way, the warning light came on again!

Sentence 2

She said, "Turning the lights on here really sets the mood."

Sentence 3

We got a message from the client asking us to keep the sign lit.

Sentence 4

I confirmed an "abnormal illumination" alert on the monitoring panel.

Sentence 5

During the test, however, the lamp failed to come on, prompting an investigation.