〜ておく
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Formation
N4TimeNeutral
Meaning
To do something in advance for a specific purpose or as a preparation for the future.
Note
Used when doing something in advance as a preparation for a future event or purpose. In casual speech, it often contracts to '〜とく'.
Examples
旅行の前に、ホテルの予約をしておきます。
I will book a hotel before the trip.
パーティーのために、ビールを買っておきました。
I bought some beer for the party (in advance).
テストの前に、単語を覚えておいてください。
Please memorize the words before the test.
お客さんが来るから、部屋を掃除しておこう。
Let's clean the room because guests are coming.
Related Grammar
N4