JapanLingo

備えないそなえない

sonaenai

prepare for — 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

konkai wa sonaenai koto ni shimashita.

I decided not to prepare for this time.

Example 2

riyuu ga atte, mada sonaenai.

There is a reason, so I still do not prepare for.

Usage note

Form of 備える (to prepare for).