「やる」- Expressing "To Do"

Explanation

Grammar: Verb + やる
Pronunciation: やる (ya・ru)

Grammar Pattern

Grammar Point	Connection	Explanation
やる	+ Verb	Means "to do," with a casual and conversational tone.

Basic Usage

やる is often used to express specific actions, tasks, or activities. For example:

• 今日は、うちで何をやるか。
• Kyou wa, uchi de nani o yaru ka.
• What are we going to do at home today?
  

Examples

• 彼かれは宿題しゅくだいをやる。
• Kare wa shukudai o yaru.
• He is doing his homework.
  

• 明日あしたは何なにをやる予定よていですか？
• Ashita wa nani o yaru yotei desu ka?
• What are your plans for tomorrow?
  

Deep Dive

やる can express a wide range of actions, from simple daily activities to more complex tasks. Its basic meaning is "to do something." It is often used to express determination, will, or strong emotions. For example:

• 絶対復讐してやる。覚悟してろよ。
• Zettai fukushuu shite yaru. Kakugo shitero yo.
• I will definitely get revenge! Be prepared!
  

Comparison and Differences

Difference Between 「やる」 and 「する」

やる and する can often be used interchangeably, but their tone and usage contexts differ.

	やる	する
Tone	More casual and conversational	More formal
Context	Suitable for relaxed conversations	Can be used in various contexts

Examples

• 今日は何なにをやる？
• Kyou wa nani o yaru?
• What are we doing today?
  

• 今日は何なにをしますか？
• Kyou wa nani o shimasu ka?
• What are we doing today?
  

Real-Life Scenarios

In everyday conversations and literature, やる is widely used, especially in situations where one is motivating themselves or others. For example, athletes often say "次こそ優勝してやる！" (This time, I will definitely win!) to motivate themselves before a competition.

Summary

やる is a versatile verb primarily meaning "to do." It is commonly used in casual Japanese conversations and can express determination and emotions. Depending on the context, the usage and object of やる may vary, so learners should use it appropriately based on the situation.