How to Say ‘5 o'clock’ in Japanese
五時
go ji
[goh jee]
💬 Usage Tip: Same pattern: number + [時]. Pair it with [まで] to show an end time: [五時まで] = “until 5.”
🇯🇵 In Japan: Some workplaces use “end time” flexibly depending on care needs, so you may hear [五時ごろまで] (“until around 5”).
Phrase Breakdown
五
go
[goh]
five (number 5)
The number 5. With 時 it forms 五時 (5 o’clock), often used for end times (〜まで).
五時まで勤務可能です。
I’m available to work until five o’clock.
時
ji
[jee]
o’clock; hour
Time counter for hours (〜時). Needed to clearly state exact times during scheduling questions.
五時に退勤します。
I finish work at five o’clock.
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