Verb やすい

〜yasui

JLPT N4 Neutral Chapter 43: Verb compounds, 5 of 7

Formation

Verb-stem + やすい

Indicates that something is easy to do; 'easy to', 'easy for'.

When to use

ます stem + やすい: easy to do (読みやすい). Hard to do: にくい.

Explanation

The やすい grammar point is used to express that something is easy to do or easy for someone. It is attached to the verb stem and can be translated as 'easy to' or 'easy for' in English. This formation is used with verbs only.

Example sentences

  • この本ほんは読よみやすいです。

    This book is easy to read.

    Kono hon wa yomiyasui desu.

  • このシャツは着やすい。

    This shirt is easy to wear.

    Kono shatsu wa kiyasui.

  • 彼かれは話はなしやすい人ひとです。

    He is an easy person to talk to.

    Kare wa hanashiyasui hito desu.

  • この料理りょうりは作つくりやすい。

    This dish is easy to make.

    Kono ryouri wa tsukuriyasui.

Ease (Easy To / Hard To)

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