It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
JLPT N1 Grammar: なり (nari) Meaning
なり (nari) can also be used to indicate that something happens as soon as something else happens. It is often translated as “as soon as” or “once.”
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Verb (dictionary form) なり
Examples
- 彼女は、部屋に入るなり、泣き出した。
She burst into tears as soon as she entered the room.
- その歌手は、マイクを持つなり、歌たい始はじめた。
As soon as the singer got the microphone, she started singing.
- その女は、犯人を見つけるなり、大声で叫さけんだ。
As soon as the woman found the culprit, she cried out.
- 夫は、うちに帰えってくるなり、玄関で倒たおれてしまった。
Her husband collapsed on the porch as soon as he came home.
- 先生は、教室に入ってくるなり、「今日きょうはテストをします」と言いった。
As soon as the teacher entered the classroom, he said, “Today we will have a test.”
