GrammarJLPT N3
liking to do something
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. liking to do something
This grammar pattern is used to express that someone likes doing something. The verb is nominalized using the particle の, and then combined with the word for "like," making it a very common and useful structure for talking about hobbies and preferences.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

She said, "I love listening to people all the way to the end."

Sentence 2

Do you really prefer carrying everything yourself instead of asking for help?

Sentence 3

I love going on long walks in new shoes!

Sentence 4

I love stopping to look at flowers on my way to the station.

Sentence 5

At work, I prefer breaking problems down into smaller steps.