Explanation
Describes an action that is currently happening; 'in the middle of', 'in the process of'.
Formation
Verb-て form + いる ところ
Detailed explanation
The て いる ところ grammar point is used to express an action that is currently happening or taking place. It can be translated as 'in the middle of' or 'in the process of' in English. It is formed by using the て-form of a verb followed by いる and ところ.
Examples
Kare wa shukudai wo shite iru tokoro desu.
He is in the middle of doing his homework.
Watashitachi wa eiga wo mite iru tokoro deshita.
We were in the process of watching a movie.
Kodomotachi wa kouen de asonde iru tokoro desu.
The kids are in the middle of playing in the park.
Kanojo wa keeki wo tsukutte iru tokoro de, sugu kimasu.
She is in the process of making a cake and will come soon.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.