〜てあげる

Formationて form + あげる

てあげる says you did something for somebody else's benefit. Because it puts you in the position of the giver, offering it directly can sound like you want credit. It is safest about third parties and among friends.

Examples

〜てあげる is marked in each sentence. Tap any word for its dictionary entry.

1. ボーイフレンドに何なにを買かってあげましたか。

   What did you buy for your boyfriend?

2. そしたら横転おうてんしたの手伝てつだってやっからよ。

   Then I'll help you overturn the wagon.

3. さんざん小言こごとをいってやる。

   I give a good scolding.

4. トランプ占うらないをしてあげましょう。

   Let me tell you your fortune with cards.

5. 母ははにそれらを選えらんであげよう。

   I will choose them for my mother.