Verb[て] + B
JLPT Level: N4
Meanings
to connect actions or states with a sense of 'and', 'but', or parallelism
list two or more actions/states without showing strict sequence
contrast or simultaneous actions in a single clause
Usage
Verb[て] + B
Explanation
This pattern uses the te-form of a verb to link two clauses or states, emphasizing that the actions occur in parallel, are contrasted, or occur non-sequentially. It often highlights that one event accompanies or accompanies a related state, rather than implying a strict before/after sequence. It is common in spoken Japanese for listing multiple characteristics, outcomes, or actions related to the same subject.
彼は新しい靴を買って、嬉しそうに出かけた。
かれはあたらしいくつをかって、うれしそうにでかけた。
He bought new shoes and went out looking happy.
この店は安くて、味もいい。
このみせはやすくて、あじもいい。
This shop is cheap, and the taste is good too.
雨が降って、道が濡れている。
あめがふって、みちがぬれている。
It's raining, and the road is wet.
彼女は歌を歌って、皆を笑わせた。
かのじょは うたを うたって、みんなを わらわせた。
She sang a song and made everyone laugh.