Japanese

つうきんじかん
Meaning: commuting time; time spent traveling to and from work or school
Part of Speech: Noun, Four-character idiom

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Handwriting

通
勤
時
間

Example sentences

Because my commute is long, I read a book on the train in the morning.
新任の県職員は、通勤時間を短くするため、公舎に入った。
The newly appointed prefectural employee moved into official housing to shorten the commute.

Usage Notes

Often refers to one-way travel time for work or school, especially during morning or evening commutes.

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