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VocabJLPT N3

next (year, spring, etc.)

PrefixSuffix

Definitions

1. next (year, spring, etc.)
2. coming
3. since (e.g. last month)

Used as a prefix or suffix meaning "next" or "the coming," as in the next month or the coming year. It is attached to time-related words to indicate something upcoming. For example, it can be combined with the word for month or year to say "next month" or "next year."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Knowing me, I'll probably be saying the same thing next year — kind of scary.

Sentence 2

If you take care of it now, next week will be so much easier.

Sentence 3

Everyone's saying "the test next week covers so much."

Sentence 4

"I can't wait for the trip next week!" he shouted.

Sentence 5

By when? Will next week be soon enough?