釈

しゃく · shaku

JLPT N2

Meaning

explanation, interpretation, release, excuse, clarify

Examples

• 彼の行動は様々な解釈が可能だ。 — His actions allow for various interpretations.
• 彼は記者会見で自身の発言を釈明した。 — He clarified his own statements at the press conference.
• 警察は容疑者を釈放した。 — The police released the suspect.