やっぱり
Meanings
as expected; sure enough; just as I thought
Used when a result matches one's prediction or suspicion. Often carries a tone of mild surprise or confirmation.
See also: やはり
Sure enough, he was late.
Just as I thought, that's how it was.
after all; in the end; as one would expect
Expresses that a conclusion or outcome is natural or inevitable given the circumstances. Often used when reconsidering or summarizing.
See also: やはり
After all, I decided to go.
In the end, he's the best.
Adds a similar case or person to a preceding statement. In negative sentences, it corresponds to 'either'.
See also: やはり
I think so too.
He didn't come either.
Indicates that a state or situation remains unchanged. Often used when confirming that something is the same as it was.
See also: やはり
He was still single.
She's still beautiful even now.
all the same; even so; nonetheless
Concessive use: acknowledges a contrasting fact but maintains the speaker's position. Similar to 'still' or 'nevertheless'.
See also: やはり
It's expensive, but even so I want to buy it.
Even though I know it's dangerous, I still end up doing it.
Usage patterns
- やっぱり〈事〉だったit turned out to be〈事〉as expected
Sure enough, it rained.
- やっぱり〈動詞〉ことにしたin the end, decided to〈動詞〉
I was hesitant, but in the end I decided to go.
- 〈人〉もやっぱり〈事〉〈人〉too, just like the others
My brother likes sweets too, just like the rest of us.
- やっぱり〈場所〉にいるto still be at〈場所〉as before
He was still at that shop, just like before.
- それでもやっぱり〈動詞〉even so, still〈動詞〉
It was scary, but I still gave it a try anyway.