N2

since, for (time)

〜以来

Used to express the time period from a certain point in the past until now.

Examples

  • 彼と会って以来、ずっと幸せだ。

    I have been happy since I met him.

  • 日本に来て以来、たくさんの友人ができた。

    Since coming to Japan, I have made many friends.

  • 彼女は運動を始めて以来、体調が良くなった。

    Her health has improved since she started exercising.

Quick check

彼と会って___、ずっと幸せだ。

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