N4expressionpurpose

ように (you ni) - So that/In order to

[Verb dictionary form] + ように

Quick answer

[Verb dictionary form] + ように means "So that, in order to". It is a N4 Japanese grammar point with examples and drills on this page.

Meaning

So that, in order to

Explanation

ように expresses purpose, especially for non-controllable results.

Examples

忘れないように、メモを取ります。
わすれないように、メモをとります。
I take notes so that I won't forget.
風邪をひかないように、気をつけてください。
かぜをひかないように、きをつけてください。
Please be careful so you won't catch a cold.

Practice this grammar

[Verb dictionary form] + ように

Which sentence correctly uses "ように (you ni) - So that/In order to"?