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Base interrogative adverb used to ask about time. Functions similarly to English 'when' and can stand alone or in phrases. Example: 『いつ行きますか？』 (itsu ikimasu ka?, 'When will you go?').
Theme
User and their coworker Mika are planning a team outing and discussing schedules.
いつ
いつ
when
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Think of 'itsu' sounding like 'it's you' — you're asking, 'When is it you?' to schedule a meeting. 'It's you when?' → いつ (itsu, 'when').
Cultural Note
『いつ』 (itsu, 'when') is a fundamental question word in Japanese. It's used in casual and formal settings, often paired with time expressions like 『いつですか？』 (itsu desu ka?, 'When is it?'). In polite conversation, adding 『ですか』 (desu ka) makes it more respectful.
Forms
Base: いつBase interrogative adverb used to ask about time. Functions similarly to English 'when' and can stand alone or in phrases. Example: 『いつ行きますか？』 (itsu ikimasu ka?, 'When will you go?').