How do you say "Next (modifier)" in Japanese?

"Next (modifier)" in Japanese is "次の". This phrase is commonly used in Japan.

What does "次の" mean in English?

"次の" means "Next (modifier)" in English. Usage tip: [次の] modifies a noun: [次の検査] (“the next test”), [次の予約] (“the next appointment”).

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How to Say ‘Next (modifier)’ in Japanese

tsugi no

[tsoo-gee noh]

💬 Usage Tip: [次の] modifies a noun: [次の検査] (“the next test”), [次の予約] (“the next appointment”).

🇯🇵 In Japan: Staff may say [次の方どうぞ] (“Next person, please”) in waiting areas—same [次の].

Phrase Breakdown

次

tsugi

[tsoo-gee]

Noun meaning “next.” Here it modifies what follows (次の検査 = the next test).

Example

次の診察で結果を説明します。

I will explain the results at the next appointment.

の

[noh]

of; ’s; (noun modifier)

Connects nouns; turns 次 into a modifier: 次の〜 (“next ~”).

Example

次の検査は来月です。

The next test is next month.

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