古い校舎は去年のうちに建て替えられた。
The old school building was rebuilt last year.
Japanese
うちに
うちに
Meaning: while; before; during
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Example sentences
I'll make a note while I haven't forgotten.
みるみるうちに空が暗くなった。
The sky grew dark before my very eyes.
たこ焼きが熱々のうちに食べてください。
Please eat the takoyaki while it's still piping hot.
Usage Notes
Used when a situation should happen before a change occurs.
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