〜てある

Pattern
〜てある
Level
N4
Reading
〜てある
Meaning
something has been done (and the result remains)
Attaches to
Transitive Verb (て-form)
Nuance & register

Describes a state resulting from an intentional action done by someone, though the actor is usually not mentioned.

Example

壁にカレンダーが掛けてあります。 A calendar has been hung on the wall.

Easily confused with

〜ている

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