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灯す

ともす

Readings

ともすとぼす

Meanings

  1. 1.
    v5s, vtto light (a candle, lamp, etc.); to turn on (a light)

Kanji breakdown

N46 strokesGrade 4

Example sentences

身命をかけて職務を実践し、すべての警察官の心に火をともしてくれました。

He risked his life to carry out his duty and inspired police officers everywhere.

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灯すともす

to light (a candle, lamp, etc.); to turn on (a light)

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