Long Time in Japanese

"long time" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

長い間

nagaiaida

長long, leader+いnot in this dictionary+間interval, space

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "long time". The most common choice is shown first.

久

Top pick

long time, old story

Reading: kyuu

3 strokes

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Where it comes from

Shape of person holding staff. Long time.

What it carries

Eternity, long time, long term. Represents long time.

Related kanji for "long time"

悠

long time

yuu

Combines 'heart/mind' (心) with 'flowing/distant' (攸), representing a calm, unhurried state of mind that extends through time and space. Conveys leisurely permanence.

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long time

zan

Composed of cut and sun. Cutting sun.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for long time?

The most common kanji for "long time" is 久, read as kyuu. It means long time, old story. Related kanji: 悠 (long time), 暫 (long time).

How many strokes does 久 have?

久 has 3 strokes.