Basic Verbs

JLPT N5 Japanese self-study　·　~15 min　·　14 essential verbs — build complete sentences

With hiragana, particles, and verbs, you can finally say real, complete Japanese sentences.

What you'll learn

• Learn 14 essential everyday verbs
• Understand the polite present form (ます)
• Form 'I ___ the ___' sentences
• Check verb usage with practice questions

How to study “Basic Verbs”

“Basic Verbs” (14 essential verbs — build complete sentences) is a JLPT N5 chapter of our free Japanese self-study course, about 15 min. You learn by doing — flashcard drills and fill-in-the-blank quizzes graded on the spot — completely free, with no sign-up and no ad wall. Once it clicks, read the matching in-depth explainer over in Grammar.