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GrammarJLPT N5

to finish

Godan VerbTransitive VerbAuxiliary Verb

Also written as 仕舞う

Definitions

1. to finish
2. to stop
3. to close (a business, etc.)
4. to put away

This verb means to finish doing something or to do something completely, often with a nuance of regret or that the action happened unintentionally or unfortunately. When attached to the te-form of another verb, it expresses that an action was completed, sometimes with an unwanted result.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Once night comes, it's time to close up the shop.

Sentence 2

Wait, you're closing already!?

Sentence 3

He told me he was closing up the shop.

Sentence 4

"Please put that book away," the teacher said.

Sentence 5

Let's close up the shop.