Translation guide
The English phrase "next term" can refer to a future academic period, a subsequent word or phrase, or a following condition in a sequence. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Referring to the upcoming school or university period.
Standard and natural way to say 'next semester/term' in academic contexts.
来学期はもっと勉強します。
I will study more next term.
Slightly more explicit, meaning 'the next term'. Common in both spoken and written Japanese.
次の学期に留学する予定です。
I plan to study abroad next term.
Used in business or formal contexts for 'next term/period', often fiscal or academic. Less common in everyday student conversation.
来期の予算を検討しています。
We are reviewing the budget for next term.
Referring to the following term in a list, glossary, or linguistic context.
Direct translation for 'next term' when talking about terminology or glossary items.
次の用語の定義を確認してください。
Please check the definition of the next term.
More general, meaning 'next word'. Suitable for everyday language.
次の言葉の意味を教えてください。
Please tell me the meaning of the next term.
Formal or technical term for 'next word/term', often used in linguistics or dictionaries.
次の語を辞書で調べましょう。
Let's look up the next term in the dictionary.
Referring to a subsequent term in a contract, agreement, or sequence of conditions.
Used for 'next clause/article/term' in legal or formal documents.
次の条項をご確認ください。
Please check the next term.
Means 'next condition/term' in a broader sense, suitable for contracts or requirements.
次の条件に同意する必要があります。
You need to agree to the next term.