What it means
ように expresses a goal or intended result: “in order to” or “so that.” It commonly follows a verb in the dictionary form or nai form. It is especially natural when the result depends on ability, circumstances, or another person's action, rather than being completely under the subject's direct control. The clause before ように states the desired result, and the main clause states the action taken to achieve it.
Usage note
ように also has other uses, including “like” and “in a way that,” so the surrounding sentence determines its meaning. For a purpose that is a direct, controllable action by the same subject, ために is often a more natural alternative.
How to use it
来年の試験に合格するように、毎日二時間勉強します。
I study for two hours every day so that I will pass next year's exam.
忘れないように、予定を手帳に書きます。
I write the schedule in my planner so that I do not forget.
来年の試験に合格するように、毎日二時間勉強する。
I study for two hours every day so that I will pass next year's exam.
忘れないように、予定を手帳に書く。
I write the schedule in my planner so that I do not forget.
Example sentences
試験で漢字を正しく書けるように、毎晩練習しています。
I practice every evening so that I can write kanji correctly on the exam.
子どもが夜に一人でトイレへ行けるように、廊下の電気をつけておきます。
I will leave the hallway light on so that the child can go to the bathroom alone at night.
駅で迷わないように、地図をスマートフォンに保存