- the other day; lately; recently; during this period
- meanwhile; in the meantimeonly applies to このかん
noun (common) (futsuumeishi); adverb (fukushi)
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- the other day; lately; recently; during this period
- meanwhile; in the meantime
This meaning refers to a past time that is relatively recent, often used when recalling events or situations that have occurred in the recent past.
This usage implies a period of time occurring simultaneously with another action or event. It can indicate a transitional period or activity that takes place while waiting for something else to occur.
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I was at a musical recently, in the third row. Seeing the actor I love up close like that made me feel more smitten with him than ever.
I went to the dentist recently and he did a cast of my teeth and took an X-ray, 'just in case.' It sounds like a good business to be in.
The other day I noticed I was driving around with the parking brake on. It's a wonder the car could even move.