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VocabJLPT N5

to stop (an activity)

Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Also written as 止める

Definitions

1. to stop (an activity)
2. to cease
3. to cancel

This verb means "to stop," "to quit," or "to give up" doing something. It can refer to quitting a job, stopping a habit, or abandoning a plan. It is a versatile word used in many everyday situations when something comes to an end by choice.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

I'll stop now.

Sentence 1

Stop thinking for now and have some water.

Sentence 2

He said, "I'm quitting drinking."

Sentence 3

"I'm going to stop being angry," I said to myself.

Sentence 4

He told his family, "I'm quitting my job."

Sentence 5

This is getting long, so let's stop here.