もう～ (mou～)
JLPT N5
Explanation
Expresses 'already', 'anymore', or 'soon'.
Formation
もう + Verb / もう + Adjective / もう + Noun
Detailed Explanation
The もう grammar point is used to express the idea of 'already', 'anymore', or 'soon' in English. It indicates that something has already happened, won't happen anymore, or will happen soon. It can be used with verbs, adjectives, or nouns depending on context.
Examples
もう昼ごはんを食べました。
Mou hirugohan o tabemashita.
I already ate lunch.
もうここでは働かない。
Mou koko de wa hatarakanai.
I won't work here anymore.
もうすぐ夏休みですね。
Mou sugu natsuyasumi desu ne.
Summer vacation is coming soon, isn't it?
もう十分です。
Mou juubun desu.
It's already enough.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.