How to Say ‘To pick up (purpose form: 取りに行く)’ in Japanese
取りに
tori ni
[toh-ree nee]
💬 Usage Tip: [取りに] comes from the verb [取る] “to take/get.” It’s the “purpose” form: [Vます] stem + [に] + movement verb (like [行きます]).
🇯🇵 In Japan: For schools, [取りに行く] is often used for picking up forgotten items, handouts, or documents from the staff room.
Phrase Breakdown
取り
tori
[toh-ree]
to take; to pick up (stem)
Verb stem of 取る (to take/get). With に, it forms 取りに〜 = “go/come to pick up ~.” Often used for picking up handouts/homework.
忘れ物を取りに行きます。
I will go pick up the forgotten item.
に
ni
[nee]
for; to (purpose)
Particle indicating purpose when used with a verb stem: V-stem + に + 行く/来る (e.g., 取りに行く = go to pick up).
プリントを取りに来ました。
I came to pick up the handout.
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