Explanation
Expresses 'as long as', 'while this condition is true'.
Formation
Verb-dictionary form + 限り(は) Noun(である) + 限り(は)
Detailed explanation
This grammar is used to express that something holds true as long as a particular condition remains in effect. When using a noun, it can appear as Noun(である) + 限り(は). With a verb, use the dictionary form + 限り(は).
Examples
Watashi ga ikite iru kagiri wa, anata o sasaemasu.
As long as I'm alive, I will support you.
Kodomo ga gakkou ni kayotte iru kagiri, watashitachi wa karera o mamorimasu.
As long as the kids are going to school, we will protect them.
Nouryoku ga aru kagiri, saizen o tsukushimasu.
I will do my best as long as I have the ability.
Anata ga koko ni iru kagiri, watashi wa anshin desu.
As long as you're here, I feel safe.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.