忘れる
Reading: わすれる
Meaning: to forget; to leave behind; to lose consciousness of
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Example Sentence
約束 を 忘れて しまった
I forgot about the promise.
Usage Notes
忘れる is a ru-verb (ichidan verb) meaning to forget. Can be used for forgetting memories, information, objects left behind, or neglecting to do something. Often used with 〜てしまう to express regret about forgetting. 忘れ物 (forgotten item) is a common related word.
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