JLPT N3

～ように

so that; in order to; like/as if

Structure

Verb-dictionary form + ように / Verb-nai form + ように / Noun + のように

How it works

Used to express purpose or intention ('so that,' 'in order to') when the speaker wants to achieve a certain state or outcome, or to make a request ('please'). It can also mean 'like' or 'as if' when comparing.

Examples

忘れ物がないように、荷物をチェックした。

I checked my luggage so that I wouldn't forget anything.

Common mistakes

Confusing it with 'ために'; 'ように' is for indirect purpose often relating to what one can or cannot do, while 'ために' is for direct purpose.

Tip

Think of 'ように' as setting a goal or expressing a resemblance.

More JLPT N3 grammar

としてに対してについてによってに関してにとってわけだわけがない

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