Yukimoji - Learn Japanese

GrammarJLPT N4

cannot

Auxiliary Verb

Definitions

1. cannot

This is a negative potential suffix attached to verb stems, expressing that something "cannot be done" or is impossible. It is a more colloquial or contracted form and often appears in casual speech.

Grammar

Grammar lesson content not found for this point.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The shape of a heart is invisible.

Sentence 2

It's too dark in here — I can't see anything.

Sentence 3

It's unbelievable.

Sentence 4

It's something that can't be put into words.

Sentence 5

His voice is so quiet I can't hear him.