JLPT N5 Neutral

〜 ni agemasu

Used to express giving something to someone; 'give', 'offer'.

The plain "give". (Polite ます-form of n4-013's あげる.)

Formation

Explanation

The ~に あげます grammar point is used when the speaker offers or gives something to someone. It emphasizes that the action is performed for the benefit of the receiver. The formation involves using the particle 'に' after the person receiving the item, followed by the verb あげます.

Example sentences

  • I gave a book to my friend.

    Watashi wa tomodachi ni hon wo agemashita.

  • Let's give him a present.

    Kare ni purezento wo agemashou.

  • I will give flowers to the teacher.

    Sensei ni hana wo agemasu.

  • I want to give chocolate to my mom.

    Okaasan ni chokoreeto wo agetai desu.

Giving (Benefactive Register)