しまう
コップを落としてしまいました。
I accidentally dropped the cup.
To 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.
Related Phrases
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.