べきではない

Should not or must not do, implying moral or social obligation.

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べきじゃない casual

べきだ positive: "should"

べきではなかった past negative: "should not have"

Grammar Pattern / Expression

Should not" / "Must not

Indicates that an action is inappropriate or incorrect based on moral grounds, common sense, or social duty.

Example

約束は破るべきではない。

You must not break a promise.

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べきではない

Should not or must not do, implying moral or social obligation.

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