Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn て以来 for "ever since X happened, Y has continued."
- Form and connection: [Verb te-form] 以来いらい
- Nuance in real use: This intermediate pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn て以来 for "ever since X happened, Y has continued."
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
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[Verb te-form] 以来いらいShow answer
Ever since I came to Japan, I've loved sushi.Show answer
病気びょうきになって以来いらい、健康けんこうに気きをつけています。 ([Verb te-form] 以来いらい)Continue learning
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