~てやる
JLPT Level: N1
Meanings
Just wait and see
Just you wait
To do a favor for someone
For you (doing something for you)
Definitely, for sure (emphatic)
Usage
Verb て + やる
Explanation
~てやる adds a rough, masculine nuance to the verb phrase, indicating the speaker will take action for someone else, usually with a sense of determination, practical help, or a challenge to the listener. It is often used when the speaker wants to express that they will do something for another person, especially something beyond what is expected, or to emphasize that they will take action to prove something. It can also carry a slightly brash or casual tone, so it is more common in informal speech and among men, friends, or younger people. In some contexts it can convey a sense of “I’ll show you” or “you’ll see” as a consequence of the action. Typical usage includes offering help, completing a task for someone, or making a bold promise to prove something. Compare with てあげる, which is more neutral or polite, whereas てやる has a tougher, more assertive nuance.
友達の荷物を持ってやる。
ともだちのにもつをもってやる。
I'll help my friend carry their bags.
お前の心配をしてやる。
おまえのしんぱいをしてやる。
I'll worry about you (if that's what you need me to do) or I’ll take care of your concerns.
そのうちいい所を見せてやる。
そのうちいいところをみせてやる。
You’ll see, I’ll show you good things sooner or later.
俺がこの問題を解いてやる。
おれがこのもんだいをといてやる。
I'll solve this problem for you.
待ってろ。絶対に勝ってやる。
まってろ。ぜったいにかってやる。
Wait and see. I will definitely win.