No. 215 in Japanese
オープン
"オープン" (ōpun) means "open."
In a sentence
このレストランは朝8時にオープンします。
This restaurant opens at 8 a.m.
Here, "オープン" is used as a verb meaning "to open" in the context of businesses or establishments starting their hours of operation.
彼はオープンな性格で、誰とでもすぐ仲良くなります。
He has an open personality and gets along with everyone quickly.
In this sentence, "オープン" is used as an adjective describing a personality trait characterized by openness and friendliness.
この会社は提案に対してオープンな態度を示しています。
This company shows an open attitude toward proposals.
Here, "オープン" functions as an adjective indicating receptiveness or openness to ideas or suggestions.
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