かな

Sentence-ending particle expressing wonder, self-questioning, or a wish.

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Other forms

かなあ for emphasis

かなー for emphasis

かなぁ for emphasis

Particle

I wonder..." / "I hope...

Marks a monologue where the speaker is questioning themselves or expressing a wish.

Example

明日は晴れるかな。

I wonder if it will be sunny tomorrow.

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かな

Sentence-ending particle expressing wonder, self-questioning, or a wish.

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