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Expressing methods, means, and completion of actions
What each pattern means, when to use it, and the mistakes that cost marks in the exam.
Indicates the physical or mental capacity to finish an action entirely. '~きれる' means completing something totally, while '~きれない' means the amount is too much to finish.
Common mistakes
Expresses completing an action with great effort or persistence despite difficulties. It implies a sense of struggle or strong determination to reach the very end.
Common mistakes
Indicates a medium or intermediary (via) or a continuous state throughout a specific period (throughout). 'を通じて' is often used for indirect means or long periods, while 'を通して' can imply a more intentional action or direct channel.
Common mistakes
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