〜に行く

〜に行く is a verb form expressing go to do ~. Understanding this conjugation pattern is essential for expanding what you can express in Japanese. Verb forms are the backbone of Japanese grammar — each form unlocks new ways to describe actions, states, and intentions.

This is a foundational pattern that you will use from day one of your Japanese studies.

When to Use#

• When going somewhere for the purpose of doing something
• When expressing movement with a specific goal

When NOT to Use#

• In very formal writing where a more sophisticated expression would be expected

Example Sentences#

• 病院に行きます。 — I'm going to the hospital.
• 歯医者に行きます。 — I'm going to the dentist.
• 時々釣りに行きます。 — I sometimes go fishing.

Practice#

Try reading these sentences aloud, then check the translation and vocabulary:

Common Mistakes#

1. Wrong verb group conjugation — Group 1 and Group 2 verbs conjugate differently. Common pitfall: treating Group 1 verbs ending in る (like 帰る) as Group 2 verbs.