Master 11 JLPT N1 grammar patterns with clear explanations, examples, and practice exercises for Japanese learners.
11 grammar patterns
no need to, not necessary to
Learn how to use 〜までもない to express something is unnecessary in Japanese.
as soon as, no sooner than
Learn how to use 〜や否や to express immediate succession in Japanese.
unique to, only possible with
Learn how to use 〜ならでは to express uniqueness in Japanese.
as if about to, on the verge of
Learn how to use 〜んばかり to express being on the verge of something in Japanese.
entirely, nothing but, all
Learn how to use 〜ずくめ to express "entirely" or "all" in Japanese.
although, if only, I wish
Learn how to use 〜ものを to express regret or criticism in Japanese.
let alone, not to mention
Learn how to use 〜はおろか to express "let alone" in Japanese.
earnestly, sincerely (wish/hope)
Learn how to use 〜てやまない to express earnest wishes in Japanese.
even if not, at least
Learn how to use 〜ないまでも to express "even if not" in Japanese.
nothing but, none other than
Learn how to use 〜にほかならない to emphasize identity in Japanese.
with, by means of (formal)
Learn how to use 〜をもって as a formal expression for "with" in Japanese.