Japanese · Day 6 · Transitive vs. Intransitive Verbs
開けるあける
akeruRōmaji
to open (something) [transitive]
verb (transitive, ichidan)
Transitive verb meaning to open something intentionally. Takes a direct object (を) and requires an agent performing the action. Used for doors, windows, boxes, bottles, and packages. Contrasts with 開く (aku), which is intransitive.
In a sentence
窓を開けて、新鮮な空気を部屋に入れた。
mado o akete, shinsen na kuuki o heya ni ireta.
I opened the window and let fresh air into the room.