まま
| まま |
| mama |
| Meaning: | same, doesn't change |
| JLPT Level: | 3 |
| Examples |
靴をはいたままどうぞ。
kutsu o haita mama douzo.
shoes-(direct object)-enter-without change-please go ahead
Feel free to keep your shoes on.
Notes: Some buildings (like libraries) in Japan don't require taking off shoes.
コタツをつけたまま出掛けました。kotatsu o tsuketa mama dekakemashita.
kotatsu-(direct object)-on-without change-left
I left with the kotatsu on still.
Notes: Kotatsu is a (usually low) table with a heater in the inside and a heavy blanket drapped over to keep the inside warm for cold feet. Cats love 'em.
| Comments |
Condition didn't change
た form of a verb + まま
It is often used with sono or kono:
このままでいい。 kono mama de ii. It is ok just like this.
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