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GrammarJLPT N5
sometimes happens
ExpressionGodan Verb

Also written as 〜事がある

Definitions

  1. 1. (for something) to have occurred
  2. 2. to have done (something)
  3. 3. (for something) to happen on occasion
This grammar pattern is attached to the dictionary form of a verb and expresses that something happens on occasion or that one has experienced something at least once. It is equivalent to saying "sometimes do" or "there are times when."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I've heard that before!

Sentence 2

I've thought "not this again" before.

Sentence 3

I've eaten this before.

Sentence 4

I've felt "this is hard" before.

Sentence 5

Yes, I've been asked the same question before.