Japanese Grammar: てある, PDF
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This document explains the Japanese grammar point "te aru", focusing on the use of the verb "te aru" to indicate the result of an action. It includes examples to illustrate the difference between using the past tense and this grammar point.
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てある Meaning How To Use is/has been done (resulting state) ある あった...
てある Meaning How To Use is/has been done (resulting state) ある あった Verb (て form) あります ありました Learn Japanese grammar: てある (te aru). Meaning: is/has been done (resulting state). This is used when something is intentionally done and you can see the resulting state of that action. It is similar to using past tense form, but different in that it places emphasis on the action being done intentionally and the end result still being visible. Example 1) 作った VS 作ってある This example will focus on the difference between using past form and てある (te aru) form. 1.1) Using 作った 明⽇の弁当はもう作った。 ashita no bentou wa mou tsukutta. I (have) already made tomorrow’s bento (lunch). 1.2) Using 作ってある 明⽇の弁当はもう作ってある。 ashita no bentou wa mou tsukutte aru. Tomorrow’s bento (lunch) has been prepared already. At first glance, these sentences may seem very similar in meaning, but there are some key differences you should be aware of. JLPTsensei.com 153
