GrammarJLPT N2
in the middle of doing
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. in the process of doing something
This grammar pattern is used to express that someone is in the middle of doing something at a specific moment. It emphasizes that an action is currently in progress right now, often translated as "in the process of ~ing" or "just about to ~."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Seriously, now? I'm trying to concentrate here!

Sentence 2

Where are my keys? I'm looking for them right now!

Sentence 3

Oh no, I'm about to cry — I'm barely holding it together right now!

Sentence 4

She replied only, "I'm in the middle of sorting out my feelings."

Sentence 5

I spotted my coworker heating up their lunch during the lunch break.