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).

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