N3
〜はず (〜hazu)
〜はず
it should be, it is expected to be, it is supposed to be
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Expresses a strong expectation or probability based on some information, reasoning, or common sense. Not 100% certainty, but close. (V-る/V-た/Nの/Adj-い/Adj-な + はず)
📝 Example Sentences
彼はもう駅に着いているはずだ。
He should have arrived at the station by now.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "〜はず"!
この電車は9時に出発する_______なので、まだ間に合うはずです。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「〜はず」は「〜に違いない」「〜だと予想される」という意味で、確かな情報に基づいた推量を表します。
English: 「〜はず」 (hazu) means 'it should be' or 'it is expected', expressing a strong probability based on known information that the train departs at 9.
English: 「〜はず」 (hazu) means 'it should be' or 'it is expected', expressing a strong probability based on known information that the train departs at 9.
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