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GrammarJLPT N3
in order to
AuxiliaryConjunction

Also written as 可く

Definitions

  1. 1. in order to
  2. 2. for the purpose of
  3. 3. must
This is a formal grammatical expression attached to a verb stem, meaning "in order to" or "so as to." It expresses purpose or intention and is mainly found in written or formal Japanese rather than everyday conversation.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said he writes in his diary so he won't forget.

Sentence 2

So as not to kill the mood, I held back from making any jokes.

Sentence 3

She said, "I'm going to see her to bring her smile back."

Sentence 4

We vowed to take action in order to protect the future.

Sentence 5

I kept patting my pocket to make sure I didn't lose my wallet.