# 開

> 開: open, unfold, unlock, spread

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- **On'yomi readings**: カイ
- **Kun'yomi readings**: ひら.く, ひら.ける, ひら.き, あ.く, あ.ける
- **Meanings**: open, unfold, unlock, spread

## Notes

This kanji depicts hands opening a two-leaved gate. It is a common JLPT N4 character. It is used in compounds like kaiten for opening a store or kaishi for starting an event. The distinction between aku for intransitive and akeru for transitive usage is fundamental for beginners.