past tense in Japanese

past tense in Japanese is 過去形, 過去時制.

past tense in Japanese

過去形

noun

Pronounced: kakokei

(grammar) A grammatical form (often a verb form) that refers to an event, transaction, occurrence, or object that happened (or had happened), or existed, at some time before now (the applicable reference time).

過去時制

noun

Pronounced: kakojisei

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "past tense" in Japanese?

"past tense" in Japanese is 過去形, 過去時制.

How do you pronounce 過去形?

"past tense" in Japanese is 過去形, pronounced "kakokei".

Are there other ways to say "past tense" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "past tense": 過去形, 過去時制.

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