あの時
ano toki
that time
あの時、私はとても悲しかった。
I was very sad at that time.
informal
Refers to a specific past moment or period that the speaker is recalling or referencing.
あの時、私たちはまだ学生でした。
At that time, we were still students.
あの時の出来事を忘れられない。
I can't forget what happened at that time.
Often used to evoke nostalgia or to emphasize the significance of a past event.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Emotional Context
This phrase is often used to evoke nostalgia or to emphasize the significance of a past event.
Gold Rule
Temporal Reference
Always refers to a specific past moment, not a general or ongoing period.
Word Origin
Composed of 'あの' (that) and '時' (time), forming a common temporal phrase in Japanese.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese to refer to a specific past moment. It can carry emotional weight depending on the context.
Word Breakdown
あの
that
demonstrative時
time
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