ひさしぶり
ひさしぶり
hisashiburi
JLPT N4nounVocabularyLevel 20 - JLPT N4

Quick answer

ひさしぶり (ひさしぶり (hisashiburi)) means "A long time (since)". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.

Meaning

A long time (since)

Also : First in a long time

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Example Sentences

ひさしぶりに友達に会いました。

ひさしぶりにともだちにあいました。

I met my friend after a long time.

ひさしぶりに家族と一緒に食事をしました。

ひさしぶりにかぞくといっしょにしょくじをしました。

I had a meal with my family after quite a while.

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

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