English–Japanese

“short term” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitanki

Example

短期の仕事を探しています。tan ki no shi goto o saga shi te i ma su

I am looking for short-term work.

Illustration for 短期 (short term)

How to say “short term” in Japanese

“Short term” in Japanese is 短期 (tanki).

Describes a period or arrangement that lasts for a relatively brief time rather than an extended one.

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

Example sentences with 短期

短期の目標を三つ決めました。tan ki no moku hyō o mit tsu ki me ma shi ta

I set three short-term goals.

Tips for using 短期

  • In an employment context, 短期 (tanki) concerns how long a job lasts, not how many hours are worked.

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