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I have been teaching myself the language for the past seven years, having consistent practice with Japanese materials. I can help translate things from English to Japanese or vice versa. I can also help you get started if you're planning on taking up the language. =) I'm most familiar with things like anime, manga, J-pop, games and so on.

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Expert: Dreams - 9/21/2007

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I have been wondering for a while now what does 'Shimatta' mean?
some other things i randomly want to know is what is te romanji for:
ice prince
and 'It's too late'

Thanks in advance! :)

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Hello,

Generally, when 'shimatta' is said on its own, it means 'dammit!', or along the lines of a lighter curse word. But when found at the end of a sentence or attached to another verb, it can revert back to its root meaning of 'finish', as in 'was done/finished/spent'.

Ice prince = "Koori no ouji"

It's too late = "Aida ni awanai" or "Mou osoi".

Hope that helps :)
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