N4104/179

ように~てほしい

Verb て-form + ほしい with ように in the preceding clause (e.g., 日本語が上手になるように、毎日練習してほしい)Plain verb dictionary form + ようにしてほしい (e.g., 早く出られるようにしてほしい)

Meanings

  • Want someone to do something in a certain way
  • Want someone to be able to do something
  • Want something to happen in a certain way

About this pattern

Explanation

ように~てほしい is used when the speaker wants someone to do something in a specific way, or to achieve a certain result. The clause before ように describes the desired outcome or condition, and てほしい makes a request or wish that the other person acts in that way. This pattern emphasizes the manner or goal you want to be accomplished, rather than just the action itself. It’s common in contexts like requests to someone to help you reach a goal, or reminders to act so that a particular outcome occurs. Note that てほしい expresses the speaker’s desire/request toward the listener, not a simple description of capability. Examples often include everyday tasks, study goals, or plans where cooperation is needed.

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Example sentences

日本語が上手になるように、毎日練習してほしい。

I want you to practice every day so that my Japanese becomes better.

会議を予定どおり終われるようにしてほしい。

I want you to work so that the meeting can end as scheduled.

遅刻しないようにしてほしい。

I want you to make sure not to be late.