Meaning

Primary

Investigation

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

If you do research to brighten a subject area, you're probably doing some kind of investigation that illuminates the unknown.

This word is usually found in academic and scientific contexts, and suggests a thorough investigation meant to ascertain or clarify something.

Reading

きゅうめい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 究明をする

    to conduct an investigation

    究明をめざす

    to strive to bring a matter to light

    究明を行う

    to carry out an investigation

Context Sentences

自分の欠点を究明しました。

I investigated my shortcomings.

本当のことを究明したいんです。

I want to bring the truth to light.

アルミ電池の弱点を究明した。

I investigated the weaknesses of aluminum batteries.

Kanji Composition