Vocabulary + Grammar
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 早く | early, swiftly |
| 急ぐ | hurry |
Grammar
~と[条件]
Condition◎ The「と」in「急がないと」 represents a condition. Check to make sure you know the difference between when it is used with the negative form of a verb versus the positive form.
1. 速く 行かないと、せきが なくなります。
If you don't go early, there will be no seats left.
2. 早く 行くと、前の ほうの せきに すわれます。
If you go early, you can sit in a seat towards the front.
◎ 「と」can also be used as a definite condition when speaking about the past. Expresses the next scene or development.
1. くすりを 飲むと、少し 楽に なりました。
When I took the medicine, I felt a little better.
~て しまう
End up◎ The 「しまいます」in「乗れなくなってしまいます」is attached to the te-form of a verb and represents feelings os regret.
1. 雨が ふったので、旅行は 中止になってしまいました。
It rained, so the trip ended up getting canceled.
2. 早く買わないと、なくなってしまいますよ。
If you don't buy it fast, it will end up running out.