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“bright” in Japanese

明るいあかるい
Illustration of "bright" in a Japanese cultural setting
A sunny morning with clear blue skies, where sunlight streams through the window, illuminating the room and casting cheerful shadows on the floor.

Usage note

Used for weather, it describes bright, sunny days and cheerful light. It can also describe a person's personality as cheerful or optimistic.

Examples

  • 今日は空がとても明るいです。

    Today the sky is very bright.

  • 明るい日差しが気持ちいい。

    The bright sunlight feels nice.

  • 朝の明るさが好きです。

    I like the brightness of the morning.

Quick check

What does "明るい" mean?

  • A. bright
  • B. beautiful
  • C. light (weight)
  • D. young

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