1.
long time, long hours, extended period
A lengthy duration of time, often used to describe work or activities that continue for many hours.
長時間働いた。
I worked for a long time.
長時間の運転は疲れる。
Driving for a long time is tiring.
長時間労働が問題になっている。
Long working hours have become a problem.
長時間 refers to an extended duration. Frequently used in discussions about work, commuting, and endurance.
WORD FORMATION:
長 (long) + 時間 (time/hours)
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 長時間労働: long working hours (a major social issue in Japan)
- 長時間にわたる: lasting for a long time
- 長時間待つ: to wait for a long time
- 長時間の運転: long drive
GRAMMAR:
Functions as both a noun and an adverbial modifier. Can directly modify verbs (長時間働く) or use の to modify nouns (長時間の会議).
ANTONYM:
- 短時間: short time