GrammarJLPT N5
even
Particle

Definitions

  1. 1. even
  2. 2. (if) only
  3. 3. besides
This particle is used to mean "even" and implies that if something is true for an extreme or unexpected case, it is certainly true for others. It often emphasizes a surprising or minimal condition, similar to saying "even X" in English.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I didn't even have time to drink water today.

Sentence 2

She hasn't contacted me even once.

Sentence 3

In dreams, you can even fly through the sky.

Sentence 4

I don't even know my own feelings.

Sentence 5

I can't even remember that person's face.