年(とし)ごとに

としごとに
expression, adverb
year by year; with each passing year
time-general
1. year by year; with each passing year
Indicates a gradual change or progression that occurs as the years pass. Emphasizes cumulative or incremental change over time.
気温(きおん)は年(とし)ごとに上(あ)がっている。
Temperatures are rising year by year.
日本語(にほんご)が年(とし)ごとに上手(じょうず)になっている。
Your Japanese is getting better with each passing year.
この町(まち)の人口(じんこう)は年(とし)ごとに減(へ)り続(つづ)けている。
The population of this town continues to decline year after year.

Usage

Follows the pattern ～ごとに (every ~), applied to 年(とし) (year). Used when describing trends, gradual changes, or recurring yearly events. Common in news reporting, statistics, and personal reflection.

Similar words

  • 年々(ねんねん): year after year — more literary/formal, often used in written contexts
  • 毎年(まいとし): every year — focuses on annual recurrence rather than gradual change
  • 日(ひ)ごとに: day by day — same pattern but with a shorter time scale

Related Words

Synonym: 年々(ねんねん) (year after year (literary))
Related: 毎年(まいとし) (every year)
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Added 2026.3.18 13:24 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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