English–Japanese

“this time” in Japanese

Japanese

Also今度 (kondo)

Pronunciation

Romajikonkai

Example

今回は電車で行きます。kon kai wa den sha de i ki ma su

I will go by train this time.

Illustration for 今回 (this time)

How to say “this time” in Japanese

“This time” in Japanese is 今回 (konkai).

It marks one particular occasion as the one taking place in the present situation.

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

Example sentences with 今回

今回の試験は前回より簡単です。kon kai no shi ken wa zen kai yo ri kan tan de su

The exam this time is easier than the previous one.

Tips for using 今回

  • 今回 (konkai) does not necessarily mean today, because it can refer to the current event, attempt, or opportunity even when it lasts for several days.

Other Japanese words for “this time”

今度は私が払います。kon do wa watashi ga hara i ma su

This time, I will pay.

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