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English - Japanese
Sometime
ˈsəmˌtaɪm
Very common
~ 1900
~ 1900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
いつか (itsuka), かつて (katsute), いつかは (itsukawa)
Sometime meanings in Japanese
いつか (itsuka)
Example:
I want to visit Japan sometime.
いつか日本を訪れたいです。
We should meet up sometime.
いつか会いましょう。
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to an unspecified time in the future.
Note: This usage is common when expressing a desire or intention to do something at an indefinite time.
かつて (katsute)
Example:
I lived in Paris sometime in my youth.
かつて若い頃にパリに住んでいました。
He was a great athlete sometime back.
かつて彼は素晴らしいアスリートでした。
Usage: formalContext: Used to refer to a time in the past, often in a nostalgic or historical context.
Note: This meaning emphasizes a time that has already passed and is often used in storytelling or reminiscing.
いつかは (itsukawa)
Example:
Sometime soon, I hope to start my own business.
いつかは自分のビジネスを始めたいと思っています。
I will finish this project sometime this week.
今週のいつかはこのプロジェクトを終わらせます。
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to a time that is reasonably expected to happen soon.
Note: This usage indicates a sense of urgency or a more defined timeline compared to the first meaning.
Sometime's synonyms
sometimes
Sometimes means occasionally or at times.
Example: I sometimes go for a run in the morning.
Note: Sometimes is a more commonly used synonym for sometime, indicating frequency or occurrence at unspecified intervals.
occasionally
Occasionally means from time to time or now and then.
Example: I occasionally meet up with my old friends for dinner.
Note: Occasionally implies less frequency than sometime, suggesting events that happen infrequently or irregularly.
at times
At times means occasionally or on occasion.
Example: At times, I feel overwhelmed by my workload.
Note: At times is a more formal and literary synonym for sometime, often used in more introspective or reflective contexts.
from time to time
From time to time means occasionally or periodically.
Example: I enjoy baking from time to time.
Note: From time to time is a slightly more specific synonym for sometime, suggesting intervals that are spaced out but not entirely irregular.
Sometime expressions, common phrases
Sometime soon
This phrase means in the near future or not too far off in time.
Example: We should grab lunch sometime soon.
Note: The addition of 'soon' specifies a more specific timeframe than just 'sometime'.
Sometime later
It implies a future time for doing something without specifying exactly when.
Example: Let's discuss this issue sometime later.
Note: Similar to 'sometime soon', 'later' adds a more specific timeframe.
Sometime around
It indicates an approximate time without being exact.
Example: We usually meet sometime around noon for coffee.
Note: The addition of 'around' gives a sense of approximation rather than a specific time.
At some point
It means at a unspecified time in the future or in the course of events.
Example: I'll need to visit that city at some point.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a moment in time that will come, without specifying when.
Sometime this week
Refers to a specific week without specifying a precise day or time.
Example: Let's schedule a meeting sometime this week.
Note: The addition of 'this week' narrows down the timeframe compared to just 'sometime'.
Sometime in the future
Refers to a time that is ahead of the present moment or not immediate.
Example: We might consider expanding our business sometime in the future.
Note: It suggests a more distant time frame compared to just 'sometime'.
Sometime down the road
Refers to a point in the future that is not immediately relevant.
Example: We'll have to address that issue sometime down the road.
Note: This phrase implies a more distant point in the future compared to just 'sometime'.
Sometime everyday (slang) expressions
Sometime
An unspecified or vague time in the future, without a specific date or time mentioned.
Example: I'll call you sometime this week.
Note:
Somewhen
Similar to 'sometime,' it refers to an unspecified or uncertain time in the future.
Example: Let's meet somewhen next month.
Note: A less commonly used variant of 'sometime.'
Somehows
In some way or somehow, indicating a plan or solution will be found without specifying the exact method.
Example: We'll figure it out somehows.
Note: Informal and not grammatically correct, adding an informal tone to the sentence.
Someday
An unspecified day or time in the future, often used for expressing hopes or aspirations.
Example: I hope to travel around the world someday.
Note: Conveys a sense of dreaminess or longing compared to a more practical 'sometime.'
Someday soon
An indication that an event or activity will happen relatively soon, without specifying an exact date.
Example: We should grab coffee someday soon.
Note: Adds a sense of immediacy compared to the more general 'sometime.'
Someday rather than later
Implying that a task or problem should be dealt with at some point in the not-too-distant future.
Example: We need to address this issue someday rather than later.
Note: Emphasizes the urgency or importance of addressing the issue compared to 'sometime.'
Somewhile
Referring to an indefinite or unspecified period of time, often used in a context of waiting.
Example: Let's wait here somewhile until the rain stops.
Note: A less common variant of 'sometime' with a focus on a particular duration or period.
Sometime - Examples
Sometimes I like to go for a walk in the park.
I'll call you sometime next week.
He used to visit his grandparents occasionally.
Sometime grammar
Sometime - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: sometime
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): sometime
Adverb (Adverb): sometime
Syllables, Separation and Stress
sometime Contains 2 syllables: some • time
Phonetic transcription: ˈsəm-ˌtīm
some time , ˈsəm ˌtīm (The red syllable is stressed)
Sometime - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
sometime: ~ 1900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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