VocabJLPT N3
today
NounAdverb

Definitions

  1. 1. today
  2. 2. this day
This is a formal word for "today," used in official, business, or written contexts where a more polite tone is required. Unlike the common everyday word for today, this one is typically found in announcements, formal letters, and professional speech.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The department head mentioned earlier that "we have a lot of visitors today."

Sentence 2

Could you take a look at these documents by end of day?

Sentence 3

If I can make it in time, I'd like to pick up the package today.

Sentence 4

Apparently the boss said it needs to be submitted today.

Sentence 5

If I get a free moment, I'll return the book today.