GrammarJLPT N4
limit
NounSuffixAdverb

Definitions

  1. 1. limit
  2. 2. limits
  3. 3. degree
  4. 4. the end
This word expresses a limit or boundary, often used to mean "as long as," "as far as," or "to the extent that." It commonly appears in patterns like "〜する限り" (as long as one does something) or "〜の限り" (to the fullest extent of something).

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Even love has its limits," she said coldly.

Sentence 2

"I wonder if even dreams have their limits," he murmured.

Sentence 3

One more time — and that's it!

Sentence 4

I think there's a limit to how much people can understand each other.

Sentence 5

Even her patience has its limits, you know.