How to Say ‘Once a month’ in Japanese

月に1回

tsuki ni 1 kai

[tsoo-kee nee ee-chee kai]

💬 Usage Tip: [月] means “month,” [に] marks frequency, and [1回] means “one time.” Together, [月に1回] is a very common pattern for saying how often something happens. Fun shortcut: you can swap the time word, like [週に1回] for “once a week.”

🇯🇵 In Japan: At career events or company introductions in Japan, phrases like [月に1回] often come up when asking about team meetings, social events, training, or office visits. Asking how often something happens can help you understand a company’s culture and work rhythm.