明確

meikaku

adjective★Intermediate💡 clear, definite, explicit

formal

Clear, unambiguous, or explicitly stated

彼は明確な答えを求めました

He demanded a clear answer.

明確なルールが必要です

We need explicit rules.

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Often used in formal or professional contexts to emphasize clarity and precision.

Collocations

to clarify

This word is commonly used in formal contexts, such as business, legal, or academic settings, to emphasize clarity and precision.

Can be used as a na-adjective (明確な) or as a standalone adjective (明確).

Composed of '明' (bright, clear) and '確' (certain, definite)

Often used in formal writing or speech to emphasize clarity and precision. Can be used as a na-adjective (明確な) or as a standalone adjective (明確).

明

bright, clear

root

確

certain, definite

root

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