noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
opening of a meeting; convening
Used for formal gatherings such as conferences, assemblies, or court sessions. Often appears in official announcements.
午前10時に会議を開会します。
We will open the meeting at 10 a.m.
開会の辞を述べる。
Deliver the opening address.
Compound of 開 (kai, 'open') and 会 (kai, 'meeting'). The reading is on'yomi.