Verbる べく JLPT N1 Very formal / literary
Verb-ru beku
Expresses the meaning of 'in order to', 'for the purpose of'.
Formal, literary "in order to"; written language, formal speeches.
Formation
Verb-dictionary form + べく
Explanation
The 'Verbる べく' grammar point is used to indicate a strong intention or purpose of the speaker. It can be translated as 'in order to' or 'for the purpose of' in English. It is more common in written language or formal contexts.
Example sentences
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In order to succeed, I am working hard every day.
Seikou suru beku, hibi doryoku shite imasu.
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In order to maintain my health, I exercise every day.
Kenkou o iji suru beku, mainichi undou o shite imasu.
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He studies every day in order to get a degree.
Kare wa gakui o eru beku, mainichi benkyou shite imasu.
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I called a taxi in order to arrive at the destination quickly.
Hayaku mokutekichi ni touchaku suru beku, takushii o yobimashita.