N3
いまにも (ima ni mo)
今にも
at any moment, on the verge of
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to describe a situation where something is about to happen very soon, often implying a strong possibility or immediacy. Typically followed by そうだ (sou da) or a verb indicating an impending action.
📝 Example Sentences
今にも雨が降り出しそうだ。
It looks like it's going to rain at any moment.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "今にも"!
彼女は悲しくて_______泣き出しそうだった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「すぐに泣き出す寸前」の状況を表します。
English: It describes a situation where someone is 'on the verge of crying immediately'.
English: It describes a situation where someone is 'on the verge of crying immediately'.
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