English–Japanese
“last time” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajizenkai
Example
前回はどうでしたか。zen kai wa dō de shi ta ka
How was it last time?
How to say “last time” in Japanese
“Last time” in Japanese is 前回 (zenkai).
Marks the most recent earlier occasion when the same situation or activity occurred.
Example sentences with 前回
前回は緊張しましたが、今回は落ち着いて話せました。zen kai wa kin chō shi ma shi ta ga kon kai wa o chi tsu i te hana se ma shi ta
I was nervous last time, but I was able to speak calmly this time.
Tips for using 前回
- The phrase last time often compares a past experience with the present one, as in asking how something was on that occasion.