明示

• Reading: めいじ
• Romaji: meiji
• Kanji breakdown: 明 (mei) — bright, clear; 示 (ji) — show, indicate
• Pronunciation: /meː.dʑi/

Meaning

Explicit statement; specification; making something clear and definite in writing or speech.

A noun and suru-verb meaning to state or indicate something clearly and unambiguously. Used in formal, legal, and technical contexts: 条件を明示する (specify conditions), 明示的な同意 (explicit consent). Contrasts with 暗示 (anji, hint/imply) — 明示 leaves nothing to interpretation.

Examples

1. 契約書には支払い条件が明示されている。 The payment terms are explicitly stated in the contract.
2. 理由を明示せずに申請を却下された。 My application was rejected without any explicit reason given.
3. ルールを明示することで無用なトラブルを防げる。 Clearly stating the rules helps prevent unnecessary trouble.

Usage Guide

Context: legal, contracts, business

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

From Sino-Japanese 明 (mei, bright/clear) + 示 (ji, show/indicate). Literally 'to show clearly' — making information visible and unambiguous.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional