How to Say ‘In order to’ in Japanese
ために
tame ni
[tah-meh nee]
💬 Usage Tip: [verb dictionary form + ために] means [in order to do]: [救うために] = in order to save, [学ぶために] = in order to study. It's a very reusable pattern for purpose.
Phrase Breakdown
ため
tame
[tah-meh]
for the sake of; purpose
Shows purpose, benefit, or reason. Often translated as 'for' or 'in order to.'
家族のために働きます。
I work for my family.
に
ni
[nee]
for; to; in order to
In ために, に completes the expression and marks purpose: 'for the sake of' or 'in order to.'
勉強のために早く帰ります。
I go home early for studying.
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