~まま JLPT N4
〜mama
Express 'as it is', 'while' or 'unchanged state'.
Formation
Verb-た form + まま, Adjective (い & な) + まま, Noun + のまま
Explanation
The ~まま grammar point is used to express a state or condition that remains unchanged or continues, often translated as 'as it is', 'while', or 'unchanged'. It can be used with verbs and adjectives to show that something remains in a certain state or condition.
Example sentences
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I accidentally left with the door open.
Doa o aketa mama dekakete shimatta.
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He fell asleep with the alarm clock stopped.
Kare wa mezamashi dokei o tometa mama nete shimatta.
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Please keep the room clean.
Sono heya wa kirei na mama ni shite oite kudasai.
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She has the heart of a child.
Kanojo wa kodomo no mama no kokoro o motte iru.