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Japanese Particle に (ni)

The particle is used for: Specific Time Marker (JLPT N5). The particle 'に' (ni) is attached to specific numerical time expressions (like 7 o'clock) to specify the exact time an action occurs.

Context Example

毎朝七時[に]起きます。
Maiasa shichiji ni okimasu.
I wake up at 7 o'clock every morning. (Role: Specific Time)
Which particle matches the function "Specific Time Marker" (e.g. inside "毎朝七時[ ]起きます。")?
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