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γ€œγΎγ›γ‚“ (masen)

Polite negative verb form

Structure

Verb (Masu-form) + ません

Explanation

The negative form of γ€œγΎγ™. Used to politely state that an action is not being performed (present/future).

Examples

η§γ―θ‚‰γ‚’ι£ŸγΉγΎγ›γ‚“γ€‚
Watashi wa niku o tabemasen.
I don't eat meat.
今ζ—₯はテレビを見ません。
Kyou wa terebi o mimasen.
I won't watch TV today.