Japanese

ふめい
Meaning: unknown; unclear; obscure
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

不
明

Example sentences

The cause of the accident is currently unknown.
何かご不明な点はございますか?
Are there any unclear points?
「正体不明の何者が現れた。
A mysterious figure appeared.
深い森の奥には、正体不明の獣が潜んでいる。
In the depths of the deep forest, an unidentified beast is lurking.
不明な点は係の者に尋ねてください。
Please ask the person in charge for any unclear points.
彼がその事件を起こした動機は不明だ。
The motive for him causing that incident is unknown.
ご不明な点があれば、お気軽にお問い合わせください。
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
不明な点があれば、お近くの係員にお尋ねください。
If you have any questions, please ask a staff member near you.

Usage Notes

Used when something is not clear or information is missing.

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