古来
Reading: こらい
Meaning: since ancient times, from old times
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Example Sentence
古来 から この 風習 が 続いて いる
This custom has continued since ancient times.
Usage Notes
Formal term referring to times long past, typically used in historical or traditional contexts. Often followed by より or から.
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