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VocabJLPT N1

nowadays

NounAdverb

Definitions

1. these days
2. nowadays

This noun is a slightly formal or literary expression meaning "recently" or "these days," often used to introduce a current trend or situation. It is more commonly found in written language or formal speech than in casual everyday conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Doesn't it feel like time is just flying by lately?

Sentence 2

The article said, "Housing conditions these days are getting worse."

Sentence 3

For external communications, we'll phrase it as "in light of the current situation."

Sentence 4

We analyzed current customer needs regarding new projects.

Sentence 5

Even so, it's hard to talk about hope these days.