JLPT N4
~よう(volitional)
Let's ~ / Shall we ~ (plain)
Structure
Verb (volitional form)
How it works
This is the plain, volitional form of verbs used to make suggestions to others or express one's own intention to do something in a casual context.
Examples
今夜は家でゆっくりしよう。
Let's relax at home tonight.
Common mistakes
Incorrectly forming the volitional for different verb groups.
Tip
Recognize the sound changes: Group 1 verbs (〜う ending to 〜おう), Group 2 verbs (〜る to 〜よう), irregulars (する→しよう, 来る→こよう).
More JLPT N4 grammar
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