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VocabJLPT N5

to remain

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to remain
2. to be left

This verb means "to remain" or "to be left over." It describes something or someone that stays behind while others are gone, or something that has not yet been used or consumed. For example, you might use it to say that food is left over or that only a few people remained.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

I'll stay here.

Sentence 1

"I still have questions!"

Sentence 2

"We still have time, so it's fine!"

Sentence 3

That story really stays with you, doesn't it.

Sentence 4

There’s just a little bit of work left.

Sentence 5

"If you still have questions, say so now."