何時に
nan-ji niUsed to ask for the specific time of an event or action.
何時に到着しますか？
What time will you arrive?
何時に閉まりますか？
At what time does it close?
Commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese for time inquiries.
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💡Pro Tip
Time expressions in Japanese
Japanese often uses the particle に with time expressions (e.g., 3時に = at 3 o'clock). For days or general time, に is often omitted (e.g., 明日 = tomorrow).
⚡Gold Rule
Precision in time questions
Use 何時に when you need an exact time (e.g., train schedules). Use いつ for general time inquiries (e.g., 'When is your birthday?').
📖Word Origin
Composed of 何 (what) + 时 (time, in Chinese-derived kanji) + に (particle indicating time). The phrase follows Japanese grammar patterns for time expressions.
📝Usage Notes
何時に is more specific than いつ (when) and implies a request for a precise clock time. It is commonly used in formal contexts like schedules, appointments, or public announcements.