How to Say ‘Forty minutes’ in Japanese
40分
40 pun
[yonjuu]
💬 Usage Tip: [分] can mean “minutes.” Unlike [時], it usually refers to duration here, so [40分] means “forty minutes,” not a clock time by itself. The reading of [分] changes depending on the number, so it is a great word to review carefully.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Travel staff in Japan often give trip lengths in minutes, especially for shuttle buses, train transfers, and walking times. It helps you plan connections quickly.
Phrase Breakdown
40
40
[yonjuu]
forty
The number 40. With 分, it expresses 40 minutes.
駅まで40分かかります。
It takes 40 minutes to the station.
分
pun
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