Moshimo

JLPT N3

Usually written in kana.

若しも (Moshimo) is a Japanese adverb meaning “if, in case, supposing”.

Meanings

  1. adverbif; in case; supposingemph. form of 若し, often in unfavorable situations

Examples

  • If it is free, please send me a copy.

  • If I were to be reborn, I would like to be a bird.

  • If the machine is damaged, you are responsible.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).

Kanji in 若しも

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