Translation and Meaning of: 未だ - mada

Etymology and Meaning of 「未だ」 (mada)

The word 「未だ」, romanized as "mada", is composed of the kanji 「未」, which means "not yet" or "incomplete". This kanji is made up of the radical "木" (tree) with a horizontal stroke above, symbolizing something that is above or yet to be accomplished. In turn, the expression 「まだ」 is a Japanese word used both in written form and in everyday speech to convey the idea of something that is still in progress or has not been completed.

Usage and Variations of 「まだ」

In the Japanese language, 「まだ」 is a multifaceted adverb that finds applications in various situations. Here are some common ways to use it:

• Still in progress: Used to indicate that something is still happening or that a situation is developing.
• Not completed: Applied to express that an action or event has not yet come to an end.
• Uncertain future: It can also reflect uncertainty about the conclusion of something in the future.

Origin and Evolution

The origin of the word 「まだ」 can be traced back to ancient times in Japan, when the language was forming with influences from the Chinese language, especially with the introduction of kanji characters. The combination of the meanings of "something that has not happened yet" with the concept of "hope" reflected in the use of the kanji 「未」, brought a deep meaning to this expression. Over the centuries, 「まだ」 became established in everyday Japanese vocabulary, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of the Japanese language and culture.

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Synonyms and similar words

• まだ (mada) - Still (indicates that something has not yet happened or is ongoing)
• いまだ (imada) - Still (with a nuance that something is still surprising or unexpected)
• いまだに (imadani) - Still (emphasizes that something continues to occur up to the present, often with a tone of disappointment or disbelief)

未だ

Romaji: mada
Kana: まだ
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3, jlpt-n1, jlpt-n5

Translation / Meaning: yet; even so; more; furthermore

Meaning in English: yet;still;more;besides

Definition: The time or state before something happens.

Example Sentences - (未だ) mada

See below some example sentences:

未だ成し遂げたことがない。

Mada nashi togeta koto ga nai

I still haven't been able to accomplish this.

I never got it.

• 未だ - not yet
• 成し遂げた - achieved
• ことが - Thing that
• ない - does not exist