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JLPT N5Grammar
ο½žγŸγ„ (tai)

want to do ~

Beginner
15-20 min
very common
Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Expresses desire to do something. Conjugates like an i-adjective.

Formation

[Verb stem] + γŸγ„

Examples

ζ—₯ζœ¬γ«θ‘ŒγγŸγ„γ§γ™γ€‚

Nihon ni ikitai desu.

I want to go to Japan.

ε―ΏεΈγ‚’ι£ŸγΉγŸγ„γ§γ™γ€‚

Sushi wo tabetai desu.

I want to eat sushi.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

γŸγ„ is subjective - only use for your own wants or ask about others' wants.

Study Tips

Practice Tips

Express your desires: δ½•γ‚’ι£ŸγΉγŸγ„γ§γ™γ‹οΌŸ(What do you want to eat?) ζ—₯ζœ¬γ«θ‘ŒγγŸγ„γ§γ™ (I want to go to Japan).

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