JLPT N5 Grammar Point: Verb dictionary form (Group I)

JLPT N5

This JLPT N5 grammar point explains how to use Verb dictionary form (Group I) correctly, with formation rules and example sentences.

Pattern

• V(ます → う-line)

Explanation

Change the last sound before ます from the い-line to the う-line.

Usage

This makes the plain form for Group I verbs.

Formation

Replace the い-line sound before ます with the matching う-line sound.

Examples