Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: "Worthy of" / "can withstand scrutiny"—positive evaluation.
- Form and connection: [Noun/Verb辞书形] に堪たえる
- Nuance in real use: に堪える sets a standard of excellence—only what meets this threshold deserves your time and attention.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
"Worthy of" / "can withstand scrutiny"—positive evaluation.
Cultural Note
Practical examples
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
Show answer
[Noun/Verb辞书形] に堪たえるShow answer
A work worthy of appreciation.Show answer
読よむに堪たえる内容ないようだ。 ([Noun/Verb辞书形] に堪たえる)Continue learning
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