noun-modifying (irregular), noun
Used for the first stage, step, or round of something; often appears in compounds like 一次試験 (first exam) or 一次審査 (preliminary screening).
一次試験に合格したら二次試験に進める。
If you pass the first exam, you can proceed to the second exam.
一次的な対応として、応急処置を施した。
As a preliminary measure, we administered first aid.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Refers to primary sources, original materials, or direct (first-hand) information, as opposed to secondary or processed versions.
研究には一次資料を使うことが重要だ。
It is important to use primary sources for research.
一次情報を確認してから判断してください。
Please check the original information before making a decision.
noun-modifying (irregular)
linear; first-order
Mathematics term for linear functions, equations, or first-order relationships.
一次関数のグラフは直線になる。
The graph of a linear function becomes a straight line.
この問題は一次方程式で解ける。
This problem can be solved with a linear equation.
Means 'second' or 'secondary'; often used in contrast to 一次 for stages, sources, or mathematical order.
Adjectival form meaning 'primary' or 'temporary'; 一次 is more commonly used as a pre-noun modifier in compounds.
Compound of 一 (いち, 'one') and 次 (じ, 'order' or 'next'). The combination follows standard Sino-Japanese word formation.