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短期的
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What does "短期的" mean?
short-term短期的な投資はリスクが高い。
Short-term investments carry higher risks.
How to use "短期的" correctly?
formal
Pertaining to or lasting for a short period of time.
短期的な目標を達成するために努力する。
Strive to achieve short-term goals.
このプロジェクトは短期的な利益を優先している。
This project prioritizes short-term profits.
Often used in business, finance, and project planning contexts to contrast with 長期的 (long-term).
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 長期的
短期的 (short-term) and 長期的 (long-term) are antonyms often used together in business or planning contexts. For example: 「短期的な利益と長期的な成長のバランスを取る」 (Balance short-term profits with long-term growth).
Gold Rule
Adjectival use
短期的 is always used as a na-adjective (形容動詞) and requires な before nouns, e.g., 「短期的な計画」 (short-term plan).
Word Origin
短期 (short term) + 的 (adjectival suffix). The term combines 短 (short) and 期 (period) with the suffix 的, which turns nouns into adjectives.
Usage Notes
Used in formal contexts such as business reports, academic writing, and policy documents. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing schedules or plans.
Word Breakdown
短
short
root期
period, term
root的
adjectival suffix
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