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GrammarJLPT N5
be
CopulaExpression

Definitions

  1. 1. be
  2. 2. is
  3. 3. isn't it?
This is an informal contraction used in casual speech, roughly meaning "well then," "in that case," or "so." It functions as a transition word to move a conversation forward or to draw a conclusion, and it is the shortened form of a more formal expression. You'll hear it frequently in everyday conversation among friends and family.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

Well then, see you tomorrow.

Sentence 1

"A: Is it raining today?" "B: No, it's not raining."

Sentence 2

That's not a small company.

Sentence 3

It's not raining today.

Sentence 4

Hmm, isn't this fine?

Sentence 5

Isn't that Yamada-san?