～なくてもいい JLPT N4

Formation

Verb-ない-form + てもいい

Explanation

The ～なくてもいい grammar point is used to express that an action or situation is not necessary or required, implying that it's okay if it does not occur. It can be translated as 'it's okay if not' or 'don't have to' in English. This grammar is used with verbs.

Example sentences

• コーヒーは飲まなくてもいいです。

  You don't have to drink the coffee.

  Koohii wa nomanakutemo ii desu.

• 宿題を今日しなくてもいいです。

  It's okay if you don't do your homework today.

  Shukudai wo kyou shinakutemo ii desu.

• すぐに返事をしなくてもいいですよ。

  You don't have to reply immediately.

  Sugu ni henji wo shinakutemo ii desu yo.

• 全部食べなくてもいいですから、無理しないでください。

  You don't have to eat everything, so please don't force yourself.

  Zenbu tabenakutemo ii desu kara, muri shinai de kudasai.