JLPT N5 grammar
て-form for sequence — Meaning & Examples
Connect multiple actions in order: おきて、たべて、いきます (wake up, eat, and go). The tense of the final verb sets the tense for the whole sequence.
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Frequently asked questions
What does て-form for sequence mean?
Connect multiple actions in order: おきて、たべて、いきます (wake up, eat, and go). The tense of the final verb sets the tense for the whole sequence.
Is て-form for sequence on the JLPT N5 test?
て-form for sequence is taught in the JLPT N5 grammar course in A Star Japanese (lesson “Connecting Sentences”), 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 て-form for sequence?
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