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JLPT N4 Grammar

間に

N4Parallel

N4 · Parallel · dictionary-form verb + 間に

Meaning

parallel actions, sequence, or actions happening together

Structure

dictionary-form verb + 間に

Explanation

間に means an action is completed or happens at some point within a time span.

Usage

The focus is on some point within the period.

Example

子どもが寝ている間に、洗濯をしました。

I did the laundry while the child was asleep.

Common Mistake

間 emphasizes the whole duration; 間に emphasizes an event within it.

Memory Tip

The に marks a point inside the period.

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