～ばかり
～ばかり
bakari
JLPT N4VocabularyLevel 16 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
～ばかり (～ばかり (bakari)) means "just did ~". It is read ～ばかり (bakari). This page covers its usage with example sentences.
Meaning
just did ~
Also : only
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Meaning ·
The word ～ばかり (～ばかり) means 'just did ~'. This is a fundamental Japanese word to memorize.
Example Sentences
食事をしたばかりなのでお腹がいっぱいです。
しょくじをしたばかりなのでおなかがいっぱいです。
I just ate so I'm full.
日本に来たばかりで、まだ慣れていません。
にほんにきたばかりで、まだなれていません。
I just came to Japan and am not used to it yet.
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Last updated May 19, 2026
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