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Processing keyword: ~まい (〜mai)
The grammar point ~まい (〜mai) is a suffix used in Japanese to express strong negative intentions or conjectures. It often translates to "will not," "won't," "shall not," or "probably not" in English. This form is more formal and is commonly found in written language, literature, or formal speeches.
The formation of ~まい depends on the type of verb:
Verb Type | Verb Form | + ~まい | Meaning |
---|---|---|---|
Godan Verbs | Dictionary Form | 行くまい | "will not go" |
Ichidan Verbs | Stem + まい | 食べまい | "will not eat" |
Special Verbs | する → するまい 来る → 来るまい |
するまい 来るまい |
"will not do" "will not come" |
For clarity, here's how to form ~まい with different verbs:
[Verb Dictionary Form] + まい
Examples:
行く + まい → 行くまい
食べる (Ichidan Verb) Stem: 食べ → 食べ + まい → 食べまい
する → するまい
来る → 来るまい
By understanding and practicing ~まい, you'll enhance your ability to express formal negative intentions and conjectures in Japanese.
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