Japanese

みっか
Meaning: three days; third day of the month
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

三日三晩、雨が降り続いた。
It rained for three days and three nights.
少なくとも三日はかかります。
It will take at least three days.
はや三日が過ぎた。
Three days have already passed.
まる三日、食事をしていなかった。
I hadn't eaten for three whole days.
三月三日は女の子の健やかな成長を願う雛祭りだ。
March 3rd is Hina Matsuri, a festival to wish for the healthy growth of girls.

Usage Notes

Refers to a duration of three days or the 3rd day of the month. '三日三晩' (mikka sanban) is a set phrase meaning three days and three nights.

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