Japanese

こんげつ
Meaning: this month
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

今
月

Example sentences

I plan to finish the project by the end of this month.
今月は出費を抑える必要がある。
I need to curb my expenses this month.
今月末までに会費を納める。
I will pay the membership fee by the end of this month.
今月の五日に、家族とキャンプに行く予定です。
I plan to go camping with my family on the 5th of this month.
今月の売り上げは予想を上回った。
This month's sales exceeded expectations.
カレンダーには、今月の予定がびっしりと書き込まれている。
The calendar is packed tight with this month's schedule.
今月の稼ぎはいつもより多かった。
This month's earnings were more than usual.
今月は出費がかさんで、家計が赤字になってしまった。
With expenses piling up this month, our household budget has fallen into the red.
彼の誕生日は今月の二十日です。
His birthday is on the 20th of this month.
今月はお金を使いすぎた
I spent too much money this month.

Usage Notes

Refers to the current month in which the speaker is situated.

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