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modern times, modern era
The historical period from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century (or in some contexts, to the present).
近代 refers to the modern era in history.
HISTORICAL PERIODS:
- 古代 (ancient times)
- 中世 (medieval times)
- 近世 (early modern period)
- 近代 (modern era - Meiji to WWII)
- 現代 (contemporary/present)
COMPOUND WORDS:
- 近代化 (modernization)
- 近代史 (modern history)
- 近代的 (modern, up-to-date)
- 近代文学 (modern literature)
Related Words
Related:
現代 (contemporary)