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灯り
akari
Description
「灯り」は、部屋やろうそくなどの光のことです。
"灯り" refers to the light from a room, candle, or similar source.
暗いときに、まわりを明るくしてくれるやさしい光をよくこう言います。
When it's dark, a gentle light that brightens the surroundings is often called "灯り".
Meanings
灯りakari
light; lamplight; glow that brightens a space
部屋の灯りをつけてください。
Please turn on the room light.
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Notes
- Nuance
灯り emphasizes a warm, soft light from a lamp or flame; 光 is light in general.
- Etymology
from 灯 (tomoshibi, lamp) plus native reading; often also written 明かり.
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