JLPT N4 grammar
めいわくのうけみ (suffering passive) — Meaning & Examples
Uniquely Japanese passive expressing inconvenience: あめにふられた = got rained on (and it was annoying). Not found in English.
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This point is part of the “Passive & Causative Forms” lesson in A Star Japanese. Study it with examples, a quiz, flashcards and timed JLPT N4 mock exams. Free on iPhone and Android.
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Frequently asked questions
What does めいわくのうけみ (suffering passive) mean?
Uniquely Japanese passive expressing inconvenience: あめにふられた = got rained on (and it was annoying). Not found in English.
Is めいわくのうけみ (suffering passive) on the JLPT N4 test?
めいわくのうけみ (suffering passive) is taught in the JLPT N4 grammar course in A Star Japanese (lesson “Passive & Causative Forms”), so it is a pattern learners at this level are expected to recognise. The JLPT does not publish an official grammar list, so treat this as a study guide rather than an official requirement.
How can I practise めいわくのうけみ (suffering passive)?
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