1.
never again, (not) any more (with negative)
Used with negative verb forms to express that something will not happen again. Emphasizes finality and determination.
二度と会いたくない。
I never want to see (them) again.
COMPOSITION: 二度 (two times) + と (emphatic particle)
GRAMMAR: Always used with NEGATIVE verb forms or expressions. Cannot be used with positive statements.
COMPARISON WITH SIMILAR EXPRESSIONS:
- もう〜ない - softer "no longer, not anymore"
- 二度と〜ない - stronger, more emphatic "never again"
- 絶対に〜ない - "absolutely never"
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 二度と〜しない (I will never do ~ again)
- 二度と〜したくない (I never want to ~ again)
- 二度と〜ない (~ will never happen again)
- 二度とごめんだ (I've had enough of ~, never again)
USAGE NOTE: Expresses strong resolution or regret. Often used when someone has had a bad experience and is determined not to repeat it.