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JLPT N3 Grammar

かける

N3Inference / Appearance

N3 · Inference / Appearance · masu-stem verb + かける

Meaning

start to; be about to/halfway

Structure

masu-stem verb + かける

Explanation

かける means an action has just started, is about to happen, or is halfway done.

Usage

The exact meaning depends on the verb and context.

Example

言いかけて、彼は急に黙りました。

He started to say something, then suddenly went silent.

Common Mistake

Do not confuse it with other meanings of the verb 掛ける.

Memory Tip

Memorize “masu-stem verb + かける” as one fixed chunk, then practice by replacing words in the example sentence. Learn the connection first, then the nuance.

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