It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
JLPT N3 Grammar べきだ (beki da)
「べきだ」(beki da) is a grammatical form in Japanese that expresses a strong sense of necessity or obligation. It is formed by combining the verb “beki”, which is the potential form of “da”, with the particle “da”.
The basic translation of “beki da” would be “should” or “must”. It is used to give advice or express a strong recommendation or expectation.
FORM
Verb (standard form) べき（だ）
Special verb
する OR する
な-adjective + である
い-adjective + いくある
Examples
- 慎重に検討するべきだ。 You should examine it carefully.
- 裁判は公正であるべきだ Trials should be fair.
- この機会を活用すべきだ。 You should take advantage of this opportunity.
- 市の決まりを守るべきだ。 You should observe city regulations.
- 家事は分担してやるべきだ。 We should share the housework.
- 審判は常に公平であるべきだ The umpire should always be impartial.
- 核戦争は絶対に防ぐべきだ。 Nuclear war should definitely be avoided.
- 要するに時機を待つべきだ。 In short, we should wait for the right opportunity.
- 既存の枠組みを見直すべきだ。 The existing framework should be reexamined.
- 時々、過去を振り返るべきだ。 Sometimes you should look back on the past.
- お年寄りの知恵は尊重すべきだ。 The wisdom of elderly people should be respected.