たほうがいい (It'd be better to)
It'd be better to, Should do
JLPT N5
Pattern
Verb (た-form) + ほうがいい
How it works
た-form + ほうがいい gives advice: “you'd better / you should”. The verb is in the た-form even though it's about the future. It can sound strong, so add と思います to soften it.
Examples
- はやく ねた ほうが いいですよ。You'd better go to bed early.
- かさを もって いった ほうが いいと 思います。I think you should take an umbrella.
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.