JapanLingo

済まないすまない

sumanai

be settled — plain negative

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

dekireba sumanai you ni shiteimasu.

If I can, I try not to be settled.

Example 2

konkai wa sumanai koto ni shimashita.

I decided not to be settled this time.

Usage note

Form of 済む (to be settled / finished).