Translation guide
Expresses a date that is set, predetermined, or not subject to change. In Japanese, this is commonly conveyed with specific terms like 期日 (kijitsu) for deadlines or scheduled dates, or by using modifiers such as 決まった日 (kimatta hi).
What is the fixed date?
The deadline is a fixed date.
The speaker wants to refer to a date that has been decided in advance, such as for an event, appointment, or deadline.
Refers to a fixed date, often used for deadlines, due dates, or scheduled dates in formal contexts.
The submission deadline is next Friday.
Literally 'decided day', this is a natural way to say 'fixed date' in everyday conversation.
Is there a fixed date for the next meeting?
A formal or technical term for a fixed date, often used in legal or business documents.
The fixed date is specified in the contract.
The speaker emphasizes that the date is set and cannot be moved or altered.
期日 (kijitsu) is a general fixed date or due date, while 締切 (shimekiri) specifically means a deadline or closing date. Use 期日 for scheduled dates and 締切 for cut-off points.
Please submit the documents by the due date.
The application deadline is tomorrow.
Tomorrow is a fixed date, so don't make any plans.