JLPT N4

Verb nai koto ni suru

To decide not to do something.

Formation

Explanation

The grammar point Verb ない + ことにする is used to express the decision not to do something. This structure shows that the speaker has made a conscious choice to not take the action expressed in the verb.

Example sentences

  • I've decided not to go to tomorrow's party.

    Ashita no paatii ni ikanai koto ni suru.

  • I've decided not to eat that cake.

    Sono keeki wo tabenai koto ni shimasu.

  • I've decided not to go jogging today.

    Kyou wa jogingu wo shinai koto ni suru.

  • I've decided not to meet him.

    Kare to awanai koto ni shimashita.