What does 明かり mean?
明かり is a Japanese noun meaning “lamplight, light (in general)” in English. It can also be translated as “(a) light, proof (of innocence)” depending on context. It is written as 明かり in kanji, あかり in hiragana, and akari in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
この明かりで字を読もうとすれば目が悪くなるよ。
You'll strain your eyes trying to read in this light.
どうか明かりをつけて下さい。
Turn on the light, please.