我本來想出門，不料下雨了。
I originally planned to go out, but unexpectedly it started raining.
Listen to pronunciation
Example sentences
我本來打算當醫生。
我本来打算当医生。
I originally planned to be a doctor.
「本來打算去郊遊，結果下起大雨，真是掃興。」
We originally planned to go on an outing, but it started raining heavily, which was really disappointing.
我本來想去公園散步，哪知道突然下起雨來了。
I originally planned to go for a walk in the park, but to my surprise, it suddenly started raining.
Usage Notes
Used to indicate an initial situation, intention, or state, often implying a change later. Can also mean 'naturally' or 'it goes without saying'.
Sottaku
About Sottaku
Sottaku is an app for learning Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian with a strong focus on SRS. It includes automatic flashcard creation for hundreds of thousands of words, grammar breakdowns in example sentences, language-specific study packs where available, adaptive quizzes, mobile apps, a browser extension, and community features. Give it a try now! All learning content is free with no limits on flashcards or study time.
Sottaku is built to match the habits of successful learners. By using Sottaku, you will naturally learn in the most efficient way possible, as proven by countless success stories in the language learning community.
Free Forever
Access all grammar guides, quizzes, and flashcards without paying a cent. Quality education should be accessible to everyone.
Smart SRS System
Our flashcard system uses the FSRS algorithm (also used in Anki) to optimize your review schedule and maximize retention.
Comprehensive Content
From hanzi, kana, hangul, and European vocabulary basics to grammar and reading practice where available, we have lessons for every level. Practice with quizzes tailored to your skill.
Community Chat
Ask level-appropriate questions and get help from the community. Learn together with fellow learners across all 8 supported languages.