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Ni Iku / Ni Kuru: Going/Come to Do

Learn to express purpose of movement using "masu-stem + に + movement verb". This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn to express purpose of movement using "masu-stem + に + movement verb".
  • Form and connection: [Verb masu-stem] に 行いきます / 来きます / 帰かえります
  • Nuance in real use: に行く gives purpose and meaning to physical movement. You're not just moving — you're setting out for a reason.

Form and connection

[Verb masu-stem] に 行いきます / 来きます / 帰かえります

Core Explanation

Learn to express purpose of movement using "masu-stem + に + movement verb".

Cultural Note

に行く gives purpose and meaning to physical movement. You're not just moving — you're setting out for a reason.

Practical examples

I go to watch a movie.
I came to Japan to study Japanese.
My friend is coming to visit.

Common pitfalls

Build the base form before adding the pattern

Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.

Match politeness to the situation

The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.

Practice and answers

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[Verb masu-stem] に 行いきます / 来きます / 帰かえります
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerI go to watch a movie.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer友達ともだちが遊あそびに来ます。 ([Verb masu-stem] に 行いきます / 来きます / 帰かえります)

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