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期待しましたきたいしました

kitaishimashita

polite past: did expectation

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

jikan wa kakarimashita ga, buji ni kitaishimashita.

It took time, but expectation finished without trouble.

Example 2

kinou, kitaishimashita.

Expectation finished yesterday.

Usage note

する-verb form of 期待 (expectation).