Translation guide
The final day of a calendar month. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with the noun 月末 (getsumatsu), or more specifically as 末日 (matsujitsu) in formal or business contexts. The last day of the year is 大晦日 (ōmisoka).
Referring to the final day of any month in everyday conversation.
The most common and neutral way to say 'end of the month' or 'last day of the month'. It can refer to the last few days or the final day specifically, depending on context.
I'm moving at the end of the month.
The end of the month is always busy.
Specifically means the last day of the month. Often used in formal, business, or legal contexts, such as contracts, deadlines, and billing cycles.
Invoices are closed on the last day of the month.
The contract is valid until the last day of the month.
A more literal and descriptive phrase meaning 'the last day of the month'. It is clear but less common than 月末 in casual speech.
Banks are crowded on the last day of the month.
Referring specifically to New Year's Eve or the final day of the calendar year.
The traditional Japanese word for New Year's Eve, December 31st. It carries cultural significance and is the standard term for the last day of the year.
We eat year-crossing soba on New Year's Eve.
Means 'year-end' and can refer to the last few days of the year, including December 31st. It is broader than 大晦日 and often used in contexts like year-end parties or greetings.
Emphasizing that something must be done by the last day of the month, often in business or administrative settings.
月末 (getsumatsu) is a general term for the end of the month, often covering the last few days. 末日 (matsujitsu) specifically means the last calendar day and is more formal. In casual conversation, 月末 is preferred unless you need to be precise.
I get paid at the end of the month.
If the last day of the month falls on a Saturday, payment will be made on the previous day.
I spend New Year's Eve with my family.
年末は忙しいですね。
The year-end is busy, isn't it?