〜てあげる
- Pattern
- 〜てあげる
- Level
- N4
- Reading
- 〜てあげる joints with te-form of verbs to show giving a favor to someone of equal or lower status. It can sound patronizing if used directly to superiors, so it should be used with caution in polite conversation. It carries a helpful and positive connotation of voluntary action. It attaches to the て-form of verbs (e.g. 食べてあげる, してあげる). It contrasts with 〜てくれる, which is used when someone else does a favor for the speaker, whereas 〜てあげる is used when the speaker does a favor for someone else. level: N4, nuance: polite/casual depending on the ending.
- Meaning
- to do something for someone (as a favor)
- Example
友達の宿題を手伝ってあげました。 I helped my friend with their homework.