～かいがあって JLPT N2

Formation

Verb-past + かいがあって / Noun + の + かいがあって

Explanation

The ～かいがあって grammar point is used to convey the idea that an action or effort is worth it, or that it has value. It is often translated as 'to be worth the effort' or 'to pay off' in English. It is typically associated with actions or efforts that lead to a successful or desirable result.

Example sentences

• 毎日勉強したかいがあって、テストに合格しました。

  Studying every day paid off—I passed the test.

  Mainichi benkyō shita kai ga atte, tesuto ni gōkaku shimashita.

• 練習のかいがあって、試合に勝つことができた。

  The practice paid off, and we were able to win the match.

  Renshū no kai ga atte, shiai ni katsu koto ga dekita.

• 雨の中を走ってきたかいがあって、電車に間に合った。

  Running in the rain was worth it, as I made it to the train on time.

  Ame no naka o hashitte kita kai ga atte, densha ni maniatta.

• 早起きして掃除をしたかいがあって、部屋がきれいになった。

  Waking up early to clean paid off; the room is now spotless.

  Hayaoki shite sōji o shita kai ga atte, heya ga kirei ni natta.