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〜ほうがいいです

JLPT N4

Pattern

Explanation

Used to give advice or mild warnings, often implying that not following the advice may lead to a bad outcome.

Usage

Common in casual conversation when suggesting what is better to do or not do.

Formation

Use the past tense (た形) or negative form (ない形) of a verb before ほうがいいです.

Examples

風邪のときは休んだほうがいいです

かぜのときはやすんだほうがいいです。

You should rest when you have a cold.

夜は遅く出かけないほうがいいよ

よるはおそくでかけないほうがいいよ。

It’s better not to go out late at night.

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