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JLPT N3 Grammar

がち

N3Inference / Appearance

N3 · Inference / Appearance · masu-stem verb/noun + がち

Meaning

tend to; often

Structure

masu-stem verb/noun + がち

Explanation

がち indicates a tendency that often appears, usually undesirable.

Usage

It is common for health, habits, weather, and states.

Example

忙しいと、食事の時間を忘れがちです。

When busy, I tend to forget meal times.

Common Mistake

It often has a negative nuance and is not for ordinary positive habits.

Memory Tip

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

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