いつも (itsumo) means “always” or “all the time”. It’s used before a verb, action, or state to describe things that happen regularly or repeatedly. The adverb can also express an emotional consistency, like stable feelings, attitudes, or ongoing support. It’s usually taught at the JLPT N5 level.
いつも
itsumo
always
In this post, you will learn the full meaning and common translations for いつも (itsumo) and see how it is used in real Japanese sentences to describe everyday habits, repeated actions, and ongoing emotional support. I will provide plenty of examples to help you use いつも naturally in your speaking and writing, just like a native speaker.
いつも Means “Always” in Japanese
Word: いつも
Romaji: itsumo
Meaning: always
Type: adverb
Class: common, JLPT N5
Formality: neutral, general use
1. English Translations of いつも
| いつも |
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| [adverb] always, all the time, usually, at all times, constantly |
2. Japanese Meaning of いつも
いつも (itsumo) means “always“, “usually“, or “all the time“.
It is an adverb that expresses how often something happens, and it is used to talk about actions, habits, or states that occur regularly.
When you use いつも, you are saying that something is normal, expected, or happens every time, not just once.
In a sentence, いつも is usually placed before the verb or adjective it modifies.
It does not change its form, and it can be used in both casual and polite speech, which makes it very common in everyday Japanese.
Depending on context, いつも can feel strong like “always” or slightly softer like “usually”, especially when talking about routines or repeated behavior.
You will often hear いつも in polite expressions as well, where it conveys appreciation for ongoing actions or support.
Overall, いつも is a basic but very important Japanese word for beginners because it helps describe habits, frequency, and what is considered normal in daily life.
3. How to Use いつも in a Sentence
- いつも (verb)
- いつも (adjective)
- いつも (sentence)。
Example Sentences
| いつも支えてくれてありがとう |
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| いつも ささえて くれて ありがとう |
| Thanks for always supporting me. Thanks for your constant support. |
| Itsumo sasaete kurete arigatou. |
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More examples will be added in the future…