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Kotomora

ことにする

Common word

Meanings

1

expression, suru verb (irregular)

decide to; choose to

usually written using kana alone

Expresses a personal decision or resolution. Attaches to the dictionary form of a verb.

2

expression, suru verb (irregular)

pretend that; act as if

usually written using kana alone

Used after the past tense (ta-form) of a verb to mean 'pretend to have done' or 'act as if something happened'. Often implies a deliberate pretense.

3

expression, suru verb (irregular)

make a practice of; make it a rule to

usually written using kana alone

Used in the form 〜ことにしている to describe a habitual practice or self-imposed rule. Attaches to the dictionary form of a verb.