ないほうがいい (It'd be better not to)
It'd be better not to, Shouldn't do
JLPT N5
Pattern
Verb (ない-form) + ほうがいい
How it works
ない-form + ほうがいい advises against something: “you'd better not”. Unlike the positive version, it uses the ない-form, not a past form.
Examples
- あまり むりを しない ほうが いいですよ。You'd better not overdo it.
- よる おそく 食べない ほうが いいです。It's better not to eat late at night.
Related grammar
Further reading
Bunpro N5 · Lesson 9Put your practice together
Work through a complete paper at your own pace or choose a timed mock exam. No account is needed to begin.