先頃
Meanings
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Refers to a point in the recent past, often used in news or formal contexts. Can function as a noun or adverb.
Recently, a new law was passed.
This is the matter we discussed the other day when we met.
Usage patterns
- 先頃、〈事〉が行われた~ was held/took place recently
A mayoral election was held recently.
- 先頃発表された〈物〉the ~ that was recently announced
The new product that was recently announced is creating a buzz.
- 先頃の〈事〉the recent ~
The damage caused by the recent typhoon was significant.