VocabJLPT N4
to be open (to traffic)
Ichidan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to be open (to traffic)
  2. 2. to lead to
  3. 3. to flow (liquid, current)
  4. 4. to be understood
This verb means to get through, to be understood, or to connect. It is used when communication is successful, when a road leads somewhere, or when something like a phone call goes through.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My backyard leads to a small forest.

Sentence 2

Hold on — does that road actually lead to town?

Sentence 3

Hmm, I don't think this door leads outside.

Sentence 4

Wait, if this connects to the station, I'm using it every day!

Sentence 5

Hey, where does this staircase go?