N3
しまう (shimau)
仕舞う
to put away, to finish, to store, to close (a shop)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
As a main verb, it primarily means to put something away in its designated place or to finish an activity/close a business. As an auxiliary verb (~てしまう), it expresses completion, regret, or an unintended action.
📝 Example Sentences
使ったおもちゃを箱に仕舞った。
I put away the toys I used into the box.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "仕舞う"!
本を読み終わったら、棚に_______ください。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 物を元の場所に戻す、片付ける意味で「仕舞う」を使います。
English: To put something back in its original place or tidy up, '仕舞う' is used.
English: To put something back in its original place or tidy up, '仕舞う' is used.
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