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VocabJLPT N1
long
Adverb

Definitions

  1. 1. long
  2. 2. (for a) long time
This adverb means "for a long time" or "for a long while," and is used to express that something has continued over an extended period. It carries a slightly formal or literary nuance compared to more casual equivalents.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Misaki messaged, "It's been so long — how are you?"

Sentence 2

"I've been dreaming of this moment for so long," he said, his voice trembling.

Sentence 3

"Sorry for the wait — here's your order," the server said.

Sentence 4

The tradition has been passed down for a long time, surviving by evolving over the years.

Sentence 5

The rumor had been denied for a long time, but evidence finally surfaced.