JLPT N1 Advanced

長らく

A formal adverb meaning for a long time, often used in set phrases for apologies or greetings.

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永らく less common

Adverb

For a long time

Used primarily in formal contexts to describe a state or action that has continued for an extended duration.

Example

長らくお待たせいたしました。

Thank you for your patience. (Literally: I have kept you waiting for a long time.)

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長らく

ながらく

A formal adverb meaning for a long time, often used in set phrases for apologies or greetings.

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