Japanese

ひととき

ひととき
Meaning: a moment; a short time
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

ひ
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Example sentences

I spent a happy moment with my family after a long time.
午後のひとときに温かい紅茶を飲む。
I drink warm black tea during my afternoon break.
都会の喧騒を離れ、自然の中で癒しのひとときを過ごした。
Leaving the hustle and bustle of the city, I spent a healing moment in nature.
家族団欒のひとときを過ごした
We spent a harmonious family time.
地中海を巡る豪華なクルーズ客船で、優雅なひとときを過ごした。
I had an elegant time on a luxury cruise ship traveling around the Mediterranean.
週末は家族みんなで夕食を囲み、一家団欒のひとときを過ごす。
On weekends, the whole family gathers for dinner and spends a happy time together.

Usage Notes

Refers to a brief, pleasant period of time.

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