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VocabJLPT N5

to open

Godan VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to open
2. to undo
3. to bloom
4. to open (for business, e.g. in the morning)

This verb means to open, and it can be used for things like doors, books, shops, or flowers blooming. It is often used in both transitive and intransitive contexts depending on the situation. For example, it can describe a store opening for business or a flower opening its petals.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The store isn't open yet.

Sentence 2

Is it true a new shop is opening?

Sentence 3

The store should be open by now.

Sentence 4

Some days you open a book and nothing sinks in.

Sentence 5

A: Is the store open yet? B: I don't think so.