should (be), bound (to be), expected (to be), must (be)
Verb / い-Adjective +
Used to express a strong expectation or logical conclusion based on objective facts or circumstances. It indicates that the speaker believes something is certain to happen or be the case.
Verb (informal form)
When using a verb, use the dictionary form or the past tense (informal) before
彼はもうすぐ着く
He should arrive soon.
い-Adjective
When using an い-adjective, use the dictionary form or the past tense (informal) before
その映画は面白い
The movie should be interesting.
な-Adjective / Noun +
Used with な-adjectives and nouns to express a logical expectation or a natural conclusion about a state or identity.
な-Adjective stem + な
Add な between the な-adjective stem and
この部屋は静かな
This room should be quiet.
Noun + の
Add の between the noun and
今日は休みの
Today should be a holiday.
When negating