とか～とか (Among other things)
Among other things, For example, Such as
JLPT N4
Pattern
A + とか + B + とか
How it works
とか～とか lists a few examples among others: “things like A and B”. It is casual; や～など is the neutral version. It can follow verbs as well as nouns.
Examples
- 休みの 日は テニスとか サッカーとか します。On days off I play tennis, football and stuff.
- ひまな とき、本を 読むとか、散歩するとか して います。In my free time I read, take walks, that kind of thing.
Related grammar
Further reading
Bunpro N4 · Lesson 3Put your practice together
Work through a complete paper at your own pace or choose a timed mock exam. No account is needed to begin.