Whenever: と
と after a verb means "whenever" or "and then, automatically". It's the "if" of directions, machines, the weather and habits, and you'll hear it every time someone explains the way. Tap to hear any line. The bar at the bottom plays a hands-free drill for walking.
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25 everyday verbs and words
Each card shows a word, the form with と, and a sentence about directions, the weather or something that always happens. Nine reuse words from earlier lessons.
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How to use と
Put と after the dictionary form or the ない-form. The second half is something that always or naturally follows.
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- と means "and then, automatically". Use it for directions, machines, nature and habits: things that always follow.
- No requests after と. Don't say . For "call me when you get there", use .
- ～ないと on its own. means "I've got to go." It's ～ないといけない cut short, just like ～なきゃ.
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Three patterns to use today
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Say it in Japanese
Say each one out loud before you reveal the answer. Getting close counts.