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〜(よう)ではないか

JLPT N2

Pattern

Explanation

Used to strongly invite or encourage others to take action together. Equivalent to 'shall we...' or 'why don't we...'.

Usage

Formal and often used in public speeches or persuasive language. Not commonly used in daily conversation.

Formation

Attach to the volitional form (よう形) of verbs.

Examples

みんなで協力してこの問題を解決しようではないか

みんなできょうりょくしてこのもんだいをかいけつしようではないか。

Let’s all work together to solve this problem.

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