明
あける · myou (also spelled myo)
Vidya (wisdom)
- mantra
- the coming (July 4, etc.)
- brightness
- discernment, insight, an eye (for)
- eyesight, vision
Example sentences
賞味期限は明日までです。
しょうみきげんはあしたまでです。
The expiration date is until tomorrow.
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明日の試合、勝てると思う。
あしたのしあい、かてるとおもう。
I think we can win tomorrow's match.
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ガイドが絵を説明しています。
がいどがえをせつめいしています。
The guide is explaining the painting.
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明日、東京へ行きます。
あした、とうきょうへいきます。
I will go to Tokyo tomorrow.
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Vidya (wisdom). It can also mean: mantra; the coming (July 4, etc.); brightness.
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