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JLPT N3 Grammar

つもりはない

N3Purpose

N3 · Purpose · verb辞书形 + つもりはない

Meaning

have no intention of

Structure

verb辞书形 + つもりはない

Explanation

つもりはない clearly states that one has no intention of doing something.

Usage

It emphasizes lack of intention more than ないつもりだ.

Example

今の仕事を辞めるつもりはありません。

I have no intention of quitting my current job.

Common Mistake

Do not confuse it with つもりではなかった, meaning it was not the original intention.

Memory Tip

Memorize “dictionary-form verb + つもりはない” as one fixed chunk, then practice by replacing words in the example sentence. Learn the connection first, then the nuance.

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