N5 Grammar Reference
Complete reference for essential Japanese grammar patterns at the N5 level. Use the search and filters below to find exactly what you need.
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い-Adjectives
Pattern:
[Stem]い
[Stem]かった
[Stem]くない
[Stem]くなかった
beginner
True adjectives that end in い and conjugate directly.
大きい
big
Adjective Forms
adjective
conjugation
basic
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な-Adjectives
Pattern:
[Stem]だ/です
[Stem]だった/でした
[Stem]じゃない/ではありません
beginner
Adjectives that need な to modify nouns.
静かです
quiet
Adjective Forms
adjective
na-adjective
conjugation
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Adverb Formation
Pattern:
い-adj:[Stem]く
な-adj:[Stem]に
beginner
Transform adjectives into adverbs.
早い → 早く
quickly
Adjective Forms
adjective
adverb
formation
+1
すぎる (Too Much)
Pattern:
い-adj:[Stem]すぎる
な-adj:[Stem]すぎる
Verb:[Verb Stem]すぎる
intermediate
Indicates excess - "too much."
高すぎます。
It's too expensive.
Adjective Forms
adjective
verb
excess
+2
About this Grammar Reference
This reference covers essential N5 level Japanese grammar patterns with clear explanations, usage examples, and common mistakes to avoid. Each pattern includes formation rules and practical examples to help you understand and use Japanese grammar effectively.
55 Grammar Patterns
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JLPT N5 Level