近代
きんだい
kindai
adjectiveVocabularyLevel 34 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

近代 (きんだい (kindai)) means "modernity · present day · modern times". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

modernity · present day · modern times

Also : modernity · present day · modern times · recent times · recent history

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 近代 (きんだい) means 'modern times'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of modern times.

Example Sentences

私は近代が好きです。

わたしはきんだいがすきです。

I like present day.

近代の日本の発展は目覚しい。

きんだいのにほんのはってんはめざましい。

The development of modern Japan is remarkable.

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