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JLPT N4 Neutral

Verb-te kureru

Expresses that someone does something for the speaker (or another person in speaker's group); 'to do something for me/us'.

Neutral - someone doing something for the speaker, as a favor.

Formation

Explanation

The て くれる grammar point is used to express when someone does something for, or gives something to the speaker (or someone in the speaker's group). The action is usually done willingly or as a favor by the person performing the action. It is usually translated into English as 'to do something for me' or 'to give something to me'.

Example sentences

  • My friend helped me with my homework.

    Tomodachi ga shukudai wo tetsudatte kuremashita.

  • My younger brother cleaned the room for me.

    Otouto ga heya wo souji shite kureta.

  • The teacher answers my questions for me.

    Sensei ga shitsumon ni kotaete kuremasu.

  • She writes a letter for me.

    Kanojo ga tegami wo kaite kureru.

Benefactive Action (Doing X As A Favor)