~限り

〜kagiri

JLPT N2 Neutral Chapter 73: N2: As Long As (To That Extent), 2 of 2

Formation

Verb-casual + 限り, い-Adjective + 限り, な-Adjective + な限り, Noun + の限り

Expresses 'as long as', 'while', or 'to the extent that' a certain condition holds true.

When to use

Neutral, common "as long as/to the extent that".

Explanation

The phrase ~限り is used to indicate that something continues or is true 'as long as' or 'while' a certain condition is met. It can also mean 'to the extent that'.

Example sentences

As Long As (To That Extent)

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