Verbる べく (Verb-ru beku)
Explanation
Expresses the meaning of 'in order to', 'for the purpose of'.
Formation
Verb-dictionary form + べく
Detailed Explanation
The 'Verbる べく' grammar point is used to indicate a strong intention or purpose of the speaker. It can be translated as 'in order to' or 'for the purpose of' in English. It is more common in written language or formal contexts.
Examples
成功するべく、日々努力しています。
Seikou suru beku, hibi doryoku shite imasu.
In order to succeed, I am working hard every day.
健康を維持するべく、毎日運動をしています。
Kenkou o iji suru beku, mainichi undou o shite imasu.
In order to maintain my health, I exercise every day.
彼は学位を得るべく、毎日勉強しています。
Kare wa gakui o eru beku, mainichi benkyou shite imasu.
He studies every day in order to get a degree.
早く目的地に到着するべく、タクシーを呼びました。
Hayaku mokutekichi ni touchaku suru beku, takushii o yobimashita.
I called a taxi in order to arrive at the destination quickly.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.