Chapter 1

Verbs動詞

Japanese has three verb groups with distinct conjugation rules. This chapter covers every major verb form — from the basics (dictionary, masu, past) through intermediate (potential, passive, causative) to advanced patterns (causative-passive, compound verbs). 16 topics, each with full conjugation tables and real examples.

What you will learn

How to identify and conjugate all three verb groups (五段 godan, 一段 ichidan, irregular). Every major form: polite, past, negative, te-form, progressive, potential, volitional, imperative, conditional, passive, causative, and compound verbs. With common mistakes for each form.

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