JLPT N1 Advanced
一昔
Ages ago; roughly a decade in the past.
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ひと昔 common alternative writing
Noun
A while ago" / "In the old days
Refers to a significant span of time in the past, traditionally roughly ten years, implying a distinct shift in era or trends.
Example
一昔前 は 、 スマホ を 持っている 人 は 少なかった です 。
A decade ago, not many people had smartphones.
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