しまう
shimauTo end up doing something unintentionally or by mistake, often with a sense of regret or frustration.
電車に乗り遅れてしまいました。
I ended up missing the train.
お金を使いすぎてしまいました。
I ended up spending too much money.
This verb is often used to express regret or frustration about an unintended action.
To complete or finish something, often with a sense of finality.
宿題を全部やってしまいました。
I finished all my homework.
ご飯を食べてしまいました。
I finished eating.
In this context, it can be used to indicate that something has been completed.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
This verb is often used to express regret or frustration about an unintended action.
⚡Gold Rule
Regretful Actions
Use 'しまう' to describe actions that were unintended or caused regret.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb '終える' (oeru), meaning 'to finish,' with the auxiliary verb 'しまう' adding a sense of completion or unintended consequence.
📝Usage Notes
This verb is often used to express regret or frustration about an unintended action. It can also be used to indicate that something has been completed.