〜べき

Formation

N3ObligationNeutral
Dict. Form
Verb
べき
Ex.
する → すべき/するべき

Meaning

Should; ought to. Used when saying that doing something is naturally expected, proper, or advisable. Often expresses advice or recommendations about others' actions.

Examples

学生は毎日勉強するべきだ。

Students should study every day.

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