JapanLingo

残りましたのこりました

nokorimashita

remain — polite past

N3

How to remember this word

A memory tip for this word is coming soon. For now, try linking it to a real moment from your day — words anchored to real situations stick best.

Example sentences

Example 1

hisashiburi ni nokorimashita.

I remain for the first time in a while.

Example 2

omotta yori hayaku nokorimashita.

I remain sooner than I expected.

Usage note

Form of 残る (to remain).