Meaning

Primary

Last Train

Alternative

The Last Train

Word Type

noun

Explanation

We've seen a few times where refers to a train. They're big deals, after all, and use a ton of electricity. So, the end train for this word would refer to the last train.

Reading

しゅうでん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 終電をのがす

    to miss the last train

    終電を待つ

    to wait for the last train

    終電をやりすごす

    to miss the last train, to let the last train go by

Context Sentences

終電、何時だっけ?

What time was the last train?

もうすぐ終電だから、そろそろかえらなきゃ。

I've gotta go because it's almost time for the last train.

「もし終電に乗り遅れたら、いつでも電話してくれていいよ。」「有難う。覚えておくよ。」

"If you ever miss the last train, you can always call me." "Thanks, I’ll keep that in mind."

Kanji Composition