年ねん明あけ

noun

expiration of a term of service

Used in contexts of employment or apprenticeship, referring to the end of a contracted period. Often associated with traditional trades or live-in work arrangements.

See also: 年季明け (ねんきあけ)

• 彼かれは年ねん明あけを迎むかえて、故こ郷きょうへ帰かえることにした。

  He decided to return to his hometown after completing his term of service.