Japanese

たび

たび
Meaning: every time; whenever
Part of Speech: Noun, Conjunction

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Handwriting

た
び

Example sentences

Every time I see her, I feel better.
靴の中に小石が入って、歩くたびに痛い。
A pebble got into my shoe, and it hurts every time I walk.
震災のニュースを聞くたびに、胸が痛む。
Every time I hear the news of the earthquake, my heart aches.
靴が大きすぎて、歩くたびに脱げてしまう。
My shoes are too big, so they slip off every time I walk.
地域の店と学校は、行事のたびにもちつもたれつの関係を築いている。
The local shops and the school build a mutually supportive relationship at every event.

Usage Notes

Expresses that whenever a certain action occurs, a subsequent state or action always happens.

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