日頃
Meanings
1
Describes a regular, habitual state or action that is true in daily life. Often used with verbs like している or adjectives.
I always take care of my health.
My daily efforts paid off.
2
for a long time; over a long period
Emphasizes a continuous state or action over an extended period, often with a nuance of 'all along' or 'for ages'. Less common than sense 1.
I put into action a plan I had been nurturing for a long time.
Usage patterns
- 日頃から〈動詞〉to habitually/always do something (emphasizing an ongoing daily practice)
I always take care of my health as a matter of habit.
- 日頃の〈事〉に感謝するto be thankful for the ordinary, everyday things
I'm grateful for the support I receive day in and day out.
- 日頃の努力が〈事〉に表れるone's everyday, ongoing effort shows in the outcome
His day-to-day effort showed in the exam results.
Expressions
- 日頃の行いone's daily conduct; one's habitual behavior