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VocabJLPT N3

before very long

ExpressionAdverb

Also written as 其の内

Definitions

1. before very long
2. soon
3. of the previously mentioned

This expression means "before long," "sometime soon," or "eventually." It suggests that something will happen in the not-too-distant future, though no specific time is given.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The teacher said, "You'll understand eventually."

Sentence 2

You'll get used to this job before long and pick up the pace.

Sentence 3

I wonder if this anxiety will go away soon.

Sentence 4

Those new shoes will break in soon and stop hurting.

Sentence 5

Don't get so worked up — you'll calm down soon enough.