なり
Meanings
Particle
1. or something; for instance ... (though there are other suitable options)
2. ... or ... (usu. in the form ...なり...なり)
3. as soon as; right after (after dictionary form verb)
4. while still; with previous state still in effect (after past tense verb)
Pitch accent
なり
Examples15
彼
He hasn't come home since he left last week.
あらゆる
The history of every country begins in the heart of a man or a woman.
しかし
However, when I finally reached the castle I was thrown into this prison by the commander of the imperial guard.
入って
The instant he came in, he fell down.
彼
Immediately I saw him, I trembled with fear.
犬
No sooner had the dog seen me than it ran up to me.