Japanese word

長期

Pronunciation

Romajichōki

Meaning

  • nounlong-term

Example

長期の目標を決めます。chō ki no moku hyō o ki me ma su

I set a long-term goal.

Illustration for 長期 (long-term)

More examples

この会社では長期の契約も選べます。ko no gai sha de wa chō ki no kei yaku mo era be ma su

You can also choose a long-term contract at this company.

Core concept

It refers to a span that extends far beyond the immediate present, especially when discussing plans, effects, or commitments.

Common phrases

  • 長期目標chō ki moku hyō

    long-term goal

  • 長期計画chō ki kei kaku

    long-term plan

  • 長期滞在chō ki tai zai

    long-term stay

Similar words

長期間chōkikan: A period that continues for a long time, often covering many months or years.
長年naganen: A period lasting for many years.

Definition in Japanese

長い期間にわたること。また、その期間。naga i ki kan ni wa ta ru ko to ma ta so no ki kan

Word origin

It combines 長 (chō, "long") and 期 (ki, "period"), so 長期 (chōki) denotes a long period.

Usage tips

  • In everyday conversation, 長期 (chōki) commonly appears when people discuss plans, savings, or work arrangements that extend over many months or years.

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