what does tsumori mean in japanese grammar JLPT N5

Japanese learners will find this blog post useful for understanding how to use つもり・・です。This is a great introduction to using Grammar in Japanese and some of the nuances that are important to know when trying to communicate with others.

つもりです (tsumori desu) means  “I plan to…” or “I intend to…” To speak about your plans or intentions.express something that the speaker planned beforehand.V dictionary form つもりです。Example 来年結婚するつもりです。I’m going to get married next year.

How to use つもり tsumori  in japanese sentense

Form : V dictionary form つもりです。

Example :

 1. 今日はラーメンを食べるつもりです。

Today, I intend to eat ramen.

2.大学に入って日本語を勉強するつもりです。

I intent to study Japanese once I enter university

3.今日までに宿題を終わらせるつもりでした。

I intended to finish my homework by today.

4.今からテレビを見るつもりです。

I’m going to watch tv now

5.遅刻するつもりではなかった。

I didn’t mean to be late

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