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JLPT N4 Japanese Grammar - blog.gokigen.jp level2 (N4)

Welcome to the “Level 2 (N4)” grammar category on blog.gokigen.jp! If you’ve mastered the basics or are preparing for the JLPT N4 exam, this section is for you. We delve into intermediate-level Japanese grammar points, including essential verb forms (potential, passive, causative), giving and receiving verbs, conditional expressions, and various conjunctions needed for more complex sentences. Our explanations are clear and easy to follow, with practical examples specifically designed for English speakers. Continue building your Japanese grammar skills and expand your communication range here!

level2 (N4)

N wa V no ni tsukaimasu (N は Vのに使います): Beginner’s Guide to Saying “Use N for …-ing” in Japanese

Master the pattern “N wa V no ni tsukaimasu” to explain what something is used for in Japanese. Clear steps, real-life examples, practice drills, and common pitfalls for beginners.
2025.06.07
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

no wa … desu (のは…です): Beginner Guide to Emphasizing “It Is Adj/N That …” in Japanese

Learn how to spotlight information with no wa … desu (のは…です). Clear rules, verb/adjective/noun patterns, examples, drills, and pitfalls—perfect for Japanese beginners.
2025.06.05
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

o-verb-stem kudasai (お〜ください): Beginner’s Guide to Respectful “Please Do” in Japanese

Master the o/go + verb-stem + kudasai pattern to give polite advice and requests in Japanese. Simple rules, clear examples, drills, and pitfalls for beginners.
2025.06.01
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

V-te irasshaimasu (て いらっしゃいます): Beginner Guide to Honorific “-ing” in Japanese

Master V-te irasshaimasu (て いらっしゃいます) to show respect for ongoing actions in Japanese. Simple rules, clear examples, common pitfalls, and practice drills for beginners.
2025.05.31
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

o-verb-stem-ni naru (お〜になる): Beginner’s Guide to Honorifying Japanese Verbs

Learn how to turn almost any verb into a polite honorific with the o + verb-stem + ni naru pattern. Structure, examples, drills, and common pitfalls for Japanese beginners.
2025.05.30
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

special honorific verbs (sonkeigo): quick guide for beginners

Learn special honorific verbs like irassharu, meshiagaru, nasaru, and more. Clear forms, real-life examples, practice drills, and tips for beginners.
2025.05.26
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

kamoshiremasen (かもしれません): Essential Japanese “Maybe” Grammar

Master kamoshiremasen (かもしれません) to say “might” or “may” in Japanese. Clear forms, real-life examples, practice drills, and tips on when to use casual kamo vs. polite kamoshiremasen.
2025.05.25
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

How to Use 〜みたいです and ようです in Japanese | It Looks Like / It Seems That

Learn how to use the Japanese expression みたいです and ようです to say “It looks like…” or “It seems that…” in conversation. Includes examples, grammar tips, and common mistakes.
2025.05.24
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

How to Say “Don’t Have to” in Japanese | ～なくてもいいです

Learn how to use the Japanese grammar ～なくてもいいです to express “You don’t have to ~.” Includes examples, conjugation tips, and practice exercises for both verbs and adjectives.
2025.05.20
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

How to Use the Japanese Conditional たら | “If” and “When” Grammar

Learn how to use V/adj-たら in Japanese to express “if” and “when” conditions. Includes examples, how to conjugate, and how it differs from なら.
2025.05.19
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