原因・理由N1

〜べく

in order to... / in order that... (intention)

Structure

V-辞書形 + べく

Explanation

V-dictionary + べく: in order to...; the conjunctive form of the classical べし.

Examples

合格すべく、毎日勉強に励んでいる。

In order to pass, I study hard every day.

問題を解決すべく、会議を開いた。

In order to resolve the problem, we held a meeting.

Note

Formal, expressing purpose; synonymous with するために.

Related Grammar

〜ために〜べくして

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