This is the 1967th most frequent Japanese word.
たび
"たび" means "journey" or "trip" in English.
In this sentence, "たび" means "each time" or "whenever," indicating an occurrence within a specific context.
彼女を思い出すたびに、胸が苦しくなる。
Each time I remember her, my chest aches.
Here, "たび" is used to mean "this time," referring to a specific occasion.
このたび、社員として迎え入れていただきありがとうございます。
Thank you for welcoming me as a staff member this time.
In this case, "たび" signifies "whenever" or "every time," describing a repeated action associated with traveling.