expression
Used to express similarity or manner, often following a noun, adjective, or verb phrase. Common in comparisons and descriptions.
彼は魚のように泳ぐ。
He swims like a fish.
私が言ったようにやってください。
Please do it as I said.
expression
so that; in order to
Expresses purpose or result, often with verbs of effort, change, or intention. Follows a verb or adjective in the plain form.
忘れないようにメモを取った。
I took notes so that I wouldn't forget.
早く着けるように急いだ。
I hurried in order to arrive early.
expression
be sure to; make sure that
Used at the end of a sentence to give a strong request or instruction, often with a sense of warning or reminder. Common in formal or written contexts.
必ず時間を守るように。
Be sure to be punctual.
忘れ物のないように。
Make sure you don't leave anything behind.
expression
I hope that; may
Expresses a wish or prayer, typically at the end of a sentence after the -masu stem of a verb. Often used in formal or heartfelt expressions.
ご成功されますように。
I hope you succeed.
平和が訪れますように。
May peace come.