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VocabJLPT N5

to go by

Godan VerbIntransitive VerbSuffix

Definitions

1. to go by
2. to go past
3. to run (between
4. to go indoors

A verb meaning "to pass through," "to go along," or "to pass by." It's used when moving through a place, passing a checkpoint, or when something goes through or along a route.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm not feeling great today, but I'll still pass by the office.

Sentence 2

That person just walked by here.

Sentence 3

Be careful when you pass through here.

Sentence 4

That cat just walked right in front of our place!

Sentence 5

Hey, don't walk through there!