So Much from One Verb
| Verb Group | Example | Meaning | Ability Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 （五段） |
読む （よむ） |
to read | 読める （よめる） |
| Group 2 （一段） |
見る （みる） |
to see | 見られる / 見える |
| Group 3 （Irregular） |
する | to do | できる |
So far, you saw how verbs shift forms to express “ability” — like turning "to see” into “can see." But verbs aren’t the only ones that change. Japanese adjectives also transform — to show past, negative, polite, and more.