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いまさら (imasara)
いまさら

Now, at this late stage; it's too late

💡 Nuance & Usage: An adverb meaning 'now, at this late hour/stage,' implying that it's too late to do something or that doing it now would be pointless or inappropriate. Often carries a sense of resignation or frustration.

📝 Example Sentences

いまさら後悔しても、もう遅い。
It's too late to regret it now.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "いまさら"!

試験の前に全然勉強しなかったのに、_______一夜漬けしても意味がない。
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日本語: 「いまさら」は「今となってはもう遅い」というニュアンスで使います。
English: 「いまさら (imasara)」 is used with the nuance of 'it's too late now.'
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