~中
~じゅう / ~ちゅう
juu
JLPT N5VocabularyLevel 5 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

~中 (~じゅう (juu)) means "during". It is read ~じゅう (juu). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

during

Also : while

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Meaning ·

The word ~中 (~じゅう) means 'during'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of during.

Example Sentences

世界中から人が来ます。

せかいじゅうからひとがきます。

People come from all over the world.

学校中に音楽が流れました。

がっこうじゅうにおんがくがながれました。

Music played throughout the school.

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Last updated May 20, 2026

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