What does connecting form mean?

Definition

A nonfinite Japanese verb form used to connect a verb to auxiliary expressions and certain following constructions; it does not independently specify tense or politeness.

Example sentences

• Which connecting form do I use here?🔊

  Which connecting form do I use here?

• Is this the connecting form?🔊

  Is this the connecting form?

connecting form in other languages

• In Portuguese
• In French
• In Japanese