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“day before” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajizenjitsu

Example

前日に宿題をしました。zen jitsu ni shuku dai o shi ma shi ta

I did my homework the day before.

Illustration for 前日 (day before)

How to say “day before” in Japanese

“Day before” in Japanese is 前日 (zenjitsu).

Marks the day that comes directly before a specified day.

Full entry for 前日: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 前日

旅行の前日に、必要な物をそろえます。ryo kō no zen jitsu ni hitsu yō na mono o so ro e ma su

I gather everything I need the day before the trip.

Tips for using 前日

  • A deadline notice may state that an application must arrive by the 前日 (zenjitsu), making the time limit clear without naming a calendar date.

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