Japanese

しだいに
Meaning: gradually; little by little
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

次
第
に

Example sentences

As the sun set, the surroundings gradually became dark.
夕方になって、風が次第に弱まってきた。
As evening came, the wind gradually weakened.
台風の接近に伴い、雨風が次第に強まってきた。
As the typhoon approached, the wind and rain gradually intensified.
人々は最初は信じなかったが曾母投杼のように次第にその噂を受け入れた
People didn't believe it at first, but like the story of Sobo Tocho, they gradually came to accept the rumor.

Usage Notes

Indicates a continuous and gradual change over time. Similar to 'だんだん' but slightly more formal.

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