Kanji · N4 · 8 strokes
明 / bright
Kanji for bright or clear.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | メイ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | あか.るい | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
明 carries the meaning bright or clear.
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How to write 明
Trace 明 on the canvas at the top of the page. The animation below plays the stroke order — watch how each numbered stroke is drawn, then trace along yourself.
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Common compounds with 明
明るいあかるいbright
説明しますせつめいしますto explain
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明 in context
わたしの部屋は明るいです。
わたしのへやはあかるいです。
My room is bright.
すみませんが、もう一度説明してください。
すみませんが、もういちどせつめいしてください。
Excuse me, but please explain once more.
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Printable practice sheet
Print this worksheet to practice writing 明 by hand — the top row shows the stroke order to trace, then fill the blank squares.
明 — Kanji Practice
8 strokes · studyhiragana.com/kanji/明
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