N1
ぜんじ (zenji)
漸次
gradually; by degrees; little by little
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Similar to 徐々に (jojo ni) but has a slightly more formal or literary feel. Refers to something progressing slowly and steadily. (「徐々に」と似ているが、よりフォーマルで文学的な響きがある。ゆっくりと着実に進行する様子を表す。)
📝 Example Sentences
改革は漸次的に進められるべきだ。
Reforms should be advanced gradually.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "漸次"!
プロジェクトは_______、その全容を現し始めた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「漸次」は「徐々に、少しずつ」という意味で、時間とともに変化する様子を表します。
English: 「漸次 (zenji)」 means 'gradually, little by little', indicating a slow change over time.
English: 「漸次 (zenji)」 means 'gradually, little by little', indicating a slow change over time.
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