3課 形容詞と変化
Adjectives and changes
接続：い adjective い + くて
… and…; because… so…. Connect the properties or state the mild cause; The two sides usually have the same evaluation direction.
注意 / Note：いい→よくて; Do not use くて to connect two clearly opposing ideas.
使い分け / How to choose quickly：Use when: Connect two properties or state a light reason with い-adjective
Wonder: Are the two ideas in the same direction/complementary?
Avoid: Don't use for obvious opposition, use が／けど
Tip to remember: い changed to くて
Check again: Two characteristics describe the same thing → くて
Wonder: Are the two ideas in the same direction/complementary?
Avoid: Don't use for obvious opposition, use が／けど
Tip to remember: い changed to くて
Check again: Two characteristics describe the same thing → くて
この部屋は広くて、明るいです。
This room is large and bright.
このりんごは甘くて、おいしいです。
This apple is sweet and delicious.
駅は近くて、便利です。
The station is close so it's very convenient.