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GrammarJLPT N5

-ness

SuffixParticle

Definitions

1. -ness
2. indicates assertion
3. come

This small sentence-ending particle is used mainly by male speakers to add a sense of assertion or to soften a statement. It can also nominalize adjectives and verbs, turning them into nouns to express a quality or state, and is heard frequently in casual speech.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I love the oldness of this town.

Sentence 2

Where does that strength come from?

Sentence 3

I don't want to show the darkness in my heart.

Sentence 4

His kindness made me cry.

Sentence 5

I came to understand just how tough this job is.