Verb て ある JLPT N4

Formation

Verb-て form + ある

Explanation

The ～てある grammar point is used to express that an action has been done and its result remains in effect. It indicates that the action was intentionally performed and its effect continues. The formation is done by conjugating the verb into its て-form and then adding ある.

Example sentences

• 窓が開けてある。

  The window has been opened (and remains open).

  Mado ga akete aru.

• 宿題がもう終わってある。

  The homework has already been done (and remains that way).

  Shukudai ga mou owatte aru.

• 洗濯物が全部干してある。

  The laundry has been hung up to dry (and remains that way).

  Sentakumono ga zenbu hoshite aru.

• この部屋はきれいに掃除してある。

  This room has been cleaned (and remains clean).

  Kono heya wa kirei ni souji shite aru.