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VocabJLPT N3

still

AdverbExpression

Definitions

1. still
2. much more
3. still a long way to go

This phrase means "still a long way to go" or "not nearly enough yet," emphasizing that the current state is far from sufficient or complete. It is used to push someone further or to express that there is much more room for improvement, and can sometimes sound encouraging or challenging depending on context.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

When I asked "Another cup?", he said "I can keep going all night!"

Sentence 2

"Think you can win next time?" — Yeah, with more practice there's still plenty of room to grow!

Sentence 3

When I asked "Are you ready?", he shouted "Not even close!"

Sentence 4

"You're here early?" — Are you kidding? There's still a ton of time before it starts.

Sentence 5

When I asked "Leaving already?" she said "No way, I'm still having fun!"