Japanese

ちょうきかん
Meaning: long period of time; long-term
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

長
期
間

Example sentences

After a long period of research, results have finally emerged.
長期間の使用でタイヤが摩耗した。
The tires wore down from long-term use.
彼は長期間の欠席により学籍を除籍された。
He was removed from the school register due to long-term absence.
彼は若い頃に肺を病んで、長期間入院していた。
He suffered from a lung disease when he was young and was hospitalized for a long time.

Usage Notes

Refers to an extended duration. Often used in formal or technical contexts.

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