Grammar

ともなく・ともなしに

Level
N1

Usage

  • Noun + ともなく / ともなしに
  • Verb (dictionary form) + ともなく
  • Verb (ている form) + ともなく / ともなしに

Meanings

  1. 1

    Absentmindedly

  2. 2

    Mindlessly

  3. 3

    Unconsciously

  4. 4

    Without paying attention

Example sentences

3 sentences

  • 電車で窓の外を見る見ていたら、降りる駅を過ぎてしまった。

    As I absentmindedly gazed out the train window, I passed my stop.

  • カフェで隣の席の会話を聞く聞いていると、自分の会社の名前が出てきた。

    As I mindlessly listened to the conversation at the next table in the café, my company's name came up.

  • 風呂に入りながら考える考えていたら、いい方法を思いついた。

    As I thought without really thinking while soaking in the bath, I came up with a good idea.

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