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GrammarJLPT N2

about to do something

Expression

Definitions

1. about to do something

This grammatical pattern attaches to the dictionary form of a verb and expresses that an action is just about to happen. It is used to describe something on the verge of occurring, similar to saying "be about to do" something in English.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I was just about to go to sleep" — do you actually plan on sleeping?

Sentence 2

The cup on the desk was about to fall — that was close!

Sentence 3

Hey, I was just about to go to bed — what's up?

Sentence 4

"I was just about to say that!" — say what, exactly?

Sentence 5

Right about now, the cat is going to start begging for food.