N2
あかす (akasu)
明かす
to reveal, to disclose, to spend (the night)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Has two main meanings: 1) to reveal a secret or truth, often implies that something previously hidden is now brought to light. 2) to spend the night, usually without sleeping (夜を明かす - yo o akasu).
📝 Example Sentences
彼はついに自分の秘密を友人に明かした。
He finally revealed his secret to his friend.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "明かす"!
彼女は誰にも言わなかった真実を、ようやく私に_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 秘密や真実を話すことを「明かす」と言います。
English: "Akasu" means to reveal a secret or truth.
English: "Akasu" means to reveal a secret or truth.
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