VocabJLPT N1
Common Era
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. Common Era
  2. 2. CE
  3. 3. Western (Gregorian) calendar
  4. 4. Anno Domini
This noun refers to the Western calendar system based on the supposed birth year of Jesus Christ, known in English as the Common Era or AD. It is used in Japan alongside the traditional Japanese imperial era system.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I converted it to CE for you," my coworker said.

Sentence 2

The published figures are based on the 2024 CE revised edition.

Sentence 3

I kept all entries in my research notes using the Common Era format.

Sentence 4

"What year is that in CE?" she asked.

Sentence 5

What CE year was that monument built?