っぱなし

Alternative writings: っ放し
Frequency:
1

A suffix attached to the masu-stem of verbs indicating something has been left in an improper state (e.g., 'left on/unfinished').

SuffixUsually Kana

Examples

電気をつけっぱなしにして出かけた。

I left the light on and went out.

窓を開けっぱなしにしないでください。

Please don't leave the window open.

プリンターをつけっぱなしで節電にならない。

Leaving the printer on wastes electricity.

2

A suffix meaning '(doing) continuously' or 'keeps doing' — indicates an action is ongoing without stopping.

SuffixUsually Kana

Examples

彼は映画を見て笑いっぱなしだった。

He kept laughing while watching the movie.

友達と夜通し話しっぱなしで寝不足だ。

I talked with friends all night and am sleep-deprived.

娘は文句を言いっぱなしで全然手伝わない。

My daughter keeps complaining and doesn't help at all.