〜Vる / N + つもりだった
- Pattern
- 〜Vる / N + つもりだった
- Level
- N4
- Reading
- つもりだった
- Meaning
- Intended to ~ (but something prevented it)
- Attaches to
- Verb (dictionary form / nai-form), Noun + の
- Nuance & register
Expresses a past intention or plan that was not realized, often due to unforeseen circumstances. It conveys a sense of disappointment or a change from the original plan.
- Example
週末は旅行に行くつもりだったが、仕事が入ってしまった。
- Easily confused with
「〜つもりだ」 (expresses a current intention) vs. 「〜つもりだった」 (expresses a past intention that was not fulfilled, often implying regret or a change of plans).