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JLPT N1 Neutral

〜tsumori da

Expresses the speaker's intention or plan.

The standard "intend to/plan to".

Formation

Explanation

The ～つもりだ grammar point is used to express the speaker's intention or plan to do something. It translates as 'intend to,' 'plan to,' or 'think that (I will).' It's often used with the verb in its dictionary form.

Example sentences

  • I plan to wake up early tomorrow.

    Ashita wa hayaku okiru tsumori desu.

  • I intend to study Japanese.

    Watashi wa nihongo o benkyou suru tsumori desu.

  • He said he plans to study abroad.

    Kare wa ryuugaku suru tsumori da to itta.

  • I plan to travel with my family next weekend.

    Watashi wa raishuumatsu ni kazoku to ryokou suru tsumori da.

Intention (Plan To)