Japanese

そうき
Meaning: early stage
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

早
期

Example sentences

Early detection of cancer is extremely important.
肺がんは早期発見が重要だ
Early detection of lung cancer is important.
政府は早期の景気回復に向けて新たな対策を打ち出した。
The government has launched new measures aimed at an early economic recovery.
警察は事件の早期解決に向けて全力を上げている。
The police are doing their utmost toward the early resolution of the incident.
がんの早期発見のために、定期的に細胞診を受けることが推奨されている。
It is recommended to undergo cytological diagnosis regularly for the early detection of cancer.

Usage Notes

Refers to the beginning or initial phase of an event or condition.

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