Japanese · Numbers & Time
朝
asa
Morning
Beginnernoun
Definition
The early part of the day, from dawn until noon. Often used in compound words like 朝食 (choushoku, breakfast).
Example
毎朝、ジョギングをしています。
I jog every morning.
Etymology
'朝' (asa) has its roots in Old Japanese and continues to reflect the same concept of the early part of the day across various Akita dialects.
How & Where It’s Used
'朝' (asa) is used informally in daily conversations and is also seen in news articles, newspapers, and scheduling contexts, often indicating the start of the day.