やはり (yahari)

Meaning & usage

Still; also; after all; as expected; you know | An adverb indicating that the actual situation expectedly/anticipatively conforms to a standard based on past experience, comparison with other people, or common sense.

Example sentences 5

1. お兄さんはテニスが上手ですが、弟さんもやっぱり上手ですよ。

   The older brother is good at tennis, and the younger brother is also good at it.

2. やはり日本のビールは美味しいですね。

   As expected, Japanese beer is good.

3. ベイリーさんはやはり来なかった・来ませんでしたね。

   As expected, Mr. Bailey hasn't come, has he?

4. 僕はやはり結婚することにしました。

   I've decided to get married, after all.

5. 雪子さんは今でもやはり奇麗です。

   Yukiko is still pretty.