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GrammarJLPT N4

so that

Expression

Also written as 様に

Definitions

1. like
2. as
3. so that
4. be sure to

This grammatical expression is used to indicate a purpose, a manner of doing something, or a desired outcome, often translated as "so that" or "in order to." It connects clauses and is extremely common in both spoken and written Japanese.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Time flew by like a dream!

Sentence 2

She's as gentle as a flower, but scary when she's angry.

Sentence 3

Why are you just sitting there silent as a stone?

Sentence 4

That sounds like a joke, but are you being serious?

Sentence 5

This room is so white it feels like a hospital — it makes me uneasy.