Japanese

つもり

つもり
Meaning: intention, plan, to intend to
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

I intend to study abroad next year.
彼は100歳まで生きるつもりだ。
He intends to live until he is 100 years old.
僕は週末、友達と海に行くつもりだ。
I plan to go to the sea with my friends this weekend.
体調が悪いので、明日は病院へ行くつもりだ。
I'm not feeling well, so I plan to go to the hospital tomorrow.
この仕事が終わったら、休みを取るつもりです。
I plan to take a break once this work is finished.
親切のつもりが、かえって迷惑になった。
I meant to be kind, but it actually caused trouble.
明日、子供を遊園地に連れていくつもりだ。
I plan to take my child to the amusement park tomorrow.
明日は大事な会議があるので、早めに家を出るつもりだ。
Since there is an important meeting tomorrow, I plan to leave home early.
旅行には最低限の荷物だけを持っていくつもりです。
I intend to take only the minimum amount of luggage on the trip.
折を見て、彼に相談してみるつもりだ。
I intend to consult him when I have an opportunity.

Usage Notes

Used with verbs in the pattern 'Verb (dictionary form) + つもり' to express intention or plan. Indicates the speaker's will or determination to do something. Cannot be used for actions that are happening now or have already happened.

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