GrammarJLPT N4
(not) ever
Adverb

Definitions

  1. 1. (not) ever
  2. 2. (not) by any means
An adverb meaning "never" or "by no means," and it is almost always used with a negative verb ending. It strongly emphasizes that something does not or will not happen under any circumstances. For example, you might use it to say you will never give up on something important to you.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I don't think anyone would ever do something like that.

Sentence 2

Kindness is never a weakness.

Sentence 3

My feelings are not something to take lightly.

Sentence 4

We will never abandon this plan halfway through.

Sentence 5

"That's never easy," the teacher said.