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尚早

しょうそう

N1premature · too soon

Examples

一度の成功だけで結論を出すのは尚早だ。

計画を中止するとの判断はまだ尚早だった。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 尚早 is read as しょうそう and can mean “premature” or “too soon”, depending on context.
  • Basic usage: The examples show a conclusion judged premature and a decision to cancel considered too early.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Distinguishing senses and uses
    • It means there is not yet enough time or evidence for a decision or action and most often appears as 尚早だ.

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