Japanese

せんじちゅう
Meaning: during the war; wartime
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

戦
時
中

Example sentences

My grandfather often told me stories of his hardships during the war.
戦時中、軍部は政治に対して強い影響力を持っていた。
During the war, the military had a strong influence on politics.
戦時中、すべての手紙は検閲を受けていた。
During the war, all letters were subject to censorship.
戦時中、この街は激しい空襲を受けた。
During the war, this city was subjected to heavy air raids.
戦時中、多くの子供たちが田舎へ疎開した。
During the war, many children were evacuated to the countryside.
戦時中は多くの馬匹が徴用された。
Many horses were requisitioned during the war.
戦時中、人々は「鬼畜米英」と叫んで戦意を高めた。
During the war, people shouted 'Demonic Americans and British' to boost morale.
祖父から戦時中の興味深い軼事を聞いた
I heard an interesting anecdote about the wartime from my grandfather.

Usage Notes

Refers to the period when a war is taking place. In Japan, it often specifically refers to World War II.

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