募 集 期 間(ぼしゅうきかん)

ぼしゅうきかん

noun

application period; recruitment period

1. application period; recruitment period

The designated time frame during which applications, entries, or submissions are accepted. Used for jobs, contests, enrollment, and various programs.

募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)は明日(あした)までです。

The application period is until tomorrow.

募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)が延長(えんちょう)されました。

The recruitment period has been extended.

募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)を過(す)ぎてしまったので、次(つぎ)の機会(きかい)を待(ま)つしかない。

I missed the application period, so I have no choice but to wait for the next opportunity.

Composed of 募集(ぼしゅう) (recruitment; solicitation) + 期間(きかん) (period; time frame). Frequently seen on websites, posters, and official announcements. The word is essential for navigating applications in Japan — from job hunting to contest entries.

Common collocations

募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)を延長(えんちょう)する: extend the application period
募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)が終了(しゅうりょう)する: the application period ends
募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)内(ない)に応募(おうぼ)する: apply within the application period
募集期間(ぼしゅうきかん)外(がい): outside the application period

Similar words

応募(おうぼ)期間(きかん): application period — nearly synonymous, slightly more focused on the applicant's action
受付(うけつけ)期間(きかん): acceptance period — emphasizes the receiving side
締(し)め切(き)り: deadline — the end point rather than the full time span

Related Words

Compare: 締(し)め切(き)り (deadline)

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Added 2026.4.22 20:27 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:02

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