WORD DETAIL
照明
しょうめい
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
照明is read asしょうめいand means “lighting” and “light fixture”. - Basic usage: It refers to stage lighting that changes and a light fixture installed above a desk.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
舞台の照明/照明を取り付ける舞台の照明is the lighting setup, while照明を取り付けるrefers to a fixture.

