What it means
つもり expresses a firm plan or intention to do something. It follows the plain non-past form of a verb, and the final form can be familiar つもりだ or polite つもりです. The plan usually belongs to the speaker or another person whose intentions are being discussed.
Usage note
Do not confuse this use with noun phrases such as 私のつもり, which can mean someone's understanding, intention, or attitude depending on context. The negative verb form before つもり means that someone intends not to do something.
How to use it
来年、日本へ行くつもりです。
I intend to go to Japan next year.
今週は外食しないつもりです。
I intend not to eat out this week.
来年、日本へ行くつもりだ。
I intend to go to Japan next year.
今週は外食しないつもりだ。
I intend not to eat out this week.
Example sentences
夏休みに家族と海へ行くつもりです。
I intend to go to the beach with my family during summer vacation.
来月から毎朝ジョギングをするつもりです。
I intend to jog every morning starting next month.
今夜は図書館で試験の勉強をするつもりです。
I intend to study for the exam at the library tonight.
卒業したら、東京で働くつもりです。
After I graduate, I intend to work in Tokyo.