Meaning and Usage
"来月" (らいげつ) means "next month" and is used to refer to the month immediately following the current one. It is a common time expression in both casual and formal contexts.
Common Collocations
- 来月の予定 (らいげつのよてい): plans for next month
- 来月から (らいげつから): starting from next month
- 来月の会議 (らいげつのかいぎ): next month's meeting
Usage Notes
When using 来月, speakers imply a time frame that is close but not immediate, often for scheduling or planning. It is often paired with verbs related to plans, events, or changes.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 来月 with 今月 (this month) or 再来月 (the month after next). Pay attention to the prefix 来 (next) and the context to avoid this confusion.