JLPT N4 Grammar - ことができる (How to say "I am able to do~ " in Japanese)

The video tutorial begins with a discussion on learning Japanese and Spanish, highlighting the challenges and progress in language acquisition. It then introduces the JLPT N4 liberal arts section, focusing on the potential form in Japanese grammar. The tutorial explains the appropriate usage of the potential form, emphasizing its application in specific contexts rather than everyday actions. The video concludes with practical examples of using Japanese in real-life situations, encouraging continued study and practice.

What is one of the main challenges the speaker faces while learning Spanish?

• Finding time to study

• Remembering verb conjugations

• Understanding cultural nuances

• Pronunciation difficulties

What does the speaker emphasize as crucial for language learning?

• Using language apps

• Daily practice

• Studying with a partner

• Traveling to a native-speaking country

In Japanese, what does the potential form express?

• A habitual action

• A future action

• A completed action

• An ability to do something

How does the speaker describe the use of potential forms in polite expressions?

• More casual

• More polite and formal

• Less common

• More direct

For what type of actions should potential forms not be used in Japanese?

• Artistic skills

• Special abilities

• Everyday actions

• Sports activities