Japanese

めて

はじめて
Meaning: for the first time
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

日本に来たのは、今回が初めてです。
This is the first time I've come to Japan.
こんな美味しいラーメンは初めてだ
This is the first time I've had such delicious ramen.
あんなに高いビルは初めて見た。
I've never seen such a tall building before.
こんなに美味しいケーキは初めて食べた。
This is the first time I have eaten such a delicious cake.
初めてのスピーチで、とても緊張した。
I was very nervous during my first speech.

Usage Notes

Indicates that something is happening now for the first time in one's experience.

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