息の長い
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息の長い · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 息の長い | 息の長くない |
| Polite | 息の長いです | 息の長くないですalso 息の長くありません |
| Past polite | 息の長かったです | 息の長くなかったですalso 息の長くありませんでした |
| Past | 息の長かった | 息の長くなかった |
| Te-form | 息の長くて | 息の長くなくて |
| Adverbial | 息の長く | |
| Conditional | 息の長ければ | 息の長くなければ |
| Tara conditional | 息の長かったら | 息の長くなかったら |
Meanings
1
long-lasting; sustained; prolonged
Describes work, effort, or activity that continues steadily over a long period. Often used positively for perseverance.
He continues his long-term research.
This author has sustained popularity.
2
long-winded; drawn-out
Used for speech, writing, or explanations that are unnecessarily lengthy. Slightly negative nuance.
His speech was long-winded.
Usage patterns
- 息の長い〈事〉a long-lasting/sustained activity or effort
Revitalizing the region requires sustained, long-term efforts.
- 息の長い話a long-winded, drawn-out talk or story
Everyone got tired of his long-winded story.
- 息の長い〈人〉someone with a long, enduring career
She is known as a writer with a long, enduring career.