間
(Ma)
Throughout the entire duration that a state or action continues.
Connection rules
- +Verb (Dictionary/Progressive) + 間
- +Noun + の + 間
- +Indicates the entire period of time
Examples
1.
夏休みの間、私は毎日図書館で勉強した。

Natsuyasumi no ma, watashi ha mainichi toshokan de benkyou shi ta.
During the summer vacation, I studied at the library every day.
「Hardworking student's summer」
2.
山田先生の講演の間、皆熱心に話を聞いていた。

Yamada sensei no kouen no ma, mina nesshin ni hanashi wo kii te i ta.
Throughout Professor Yamada's lecture, everyone listened intently.
「Serious academic seminar」
Practice
During the entire summer vacation, I worked part-time at a convenience store.
___、私はコンビニでアルバイトをしました。
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