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???? Japanese Grammar Guide N1: ～とあれば
(Meaning, Usage, and Examples) ???? What is ～とあれば? ～とあれば is a formal and somewhat literary Japanese grammar pattern that means: "If it’s the case that…" "If it’s true that…" "If…
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???? Japanese Grammar N1 Guide: ～と思いきや
(Meaning, Usage, and Examples) ???? What is ～と思いきや? ～と思いきや is a Japanese conjunction that means: "I thought… but actually…" "Contrary to what I expected…" "I assumed… but surprisingly…" It’s used…
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Understanding the Japanese Grammar Pattern ～ものを (mono wo)
The Japanese grammar pattern ～ものを (mono wo) is one of those subtle expressions that adds significant emotional nuance to sentences. It expresses regret or disappointment about a missed opportunity or…
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???? Japanese Grammar N1 Guide: ～とはいえ
(Meaning, Usage, and Examples ???? What is ～とはいえ? ～とはいえ is a Japanese conjunction used to mean: "Having said that…" "Nonetheless…" "Even so…" "Though it may be…" It’s typically used when…
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[Japanese Grammar N1] ～んばかりだ: Expressing Actions on the Verge of Happening
Introduction The grammar pattern ～んばかりだ is an N1 level expression used to describe actions that are on the verge of happening, situations that are about to occur, or emotions/conditions that…
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[JLPT N1 Grammar] ～かたわら – While Doing A, Also Doing B
Welcome to today’s N1 grammar lesson! In this post, we’ll explore the expression ～かたわら, which is commonly used in formal or written Japanese to express doing two activities in parallel…
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Japanese Grammar N1: ～かたがた (katagata) – Meaning, Usage, and Examples
Introduction The Japanese grammar pattern ～かたがた (katagata) is an important expression that appears in JLPT N1 level Japanese. This formal expression serves multiple purposes in written and spoken Japanese, making…
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Japanese Grammar: ～がてら (gatera) – Meaning, Usage, and Examples
Introduction For Japanese language learners preparing for the JLPT N1 exam, mastering nuanced grammar patterns is essential. One such pattern is ～がてら (gatera), which elegantly combines two actions or purposes…
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Japanese Grammar N1: ～きらいがある (kirai ga aru) – Meaning, Usage, and Examples
Introduction For Japanese language learners preparing for the JLPT N1 examination, mastering nuanced grammar patterns is essential. One such pattern is ～きらいがある (kirai ga aru), which allows speakers to express…
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Japanese N1 Grammar: Understanding ～ながらに（して）
April 26, 2025 | Japanese Language Expert | JLPT N1 Grammar What is ～ながらに（して）? The grammar pattern ～ながらに（して） is an advanced Japanese expression typically found in formal writing, literary works,…
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[Japanese Grammar N1] ～ともなく / ～ともなしに : Unconscious Actions
Introduction The structures ～ともなく and ～ともなしに are N1 level grammar patterns used to express actions performed unconsciously, without a clear purpose or intention. These can be simply understood as "not…
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[Japanese Grammar N1] ～とばかり（に）: Expressing Actions That Appear As If
Introduction The grammar pattern ～とばかり（に） is an N1 level expression used to describe actions that are performed in a way that gives a certain impression, or actions that appear as…
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JLPT N1 Grammar: ～に至るまで – Up Until / To The Point of / As Far As
In the N1 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), you will encounter a variety of grammar structures that help express complex ideas. One such structure is ～に至るまで (ni…
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JLPT N1 Grammar: ～を限りに – With This As the Limit / Until
At the N1 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), you will encounter many grammar structures that are used in formal settings to express various meanings. One such grammar…
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[Ngữ pháp N1] ～なり・・・なり
Giải Thích Mẫu Ngữ Pháp N2: ～なり・・・なり Mẫu ngữ pháp ～なり・・・なり là một cấu trúc trong tiếng Nhật, có nghĩa là "hoặc là… hoặc là…" hoặc "như là… như là…".…
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[Ngữ pháp N1] ～といい・・・といい
Giải Thích Mẫu Ngữ Pháp N1: ～といい・・・といい Mẫu ngữ pháp ～といい・・・といい là một cấu trúc dùng để diễn tả ý nghĩa "cả... cả...", "dù là... hay là...", hoặc "từ... đến...".…
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[Ngữ pháp N1] ～いかん
Giải Thích Mẫu Ngữ Pháp N1: いかん Mẫu ngữ pháp いかん là một cấu trúc trong tiếng Nhật dùng để diễn tả ý nghĩa “tuỳ thuộc vào...” hay "tùy thuộc…
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[Ngữ pháp N1] ～をものともせず（に）
Giải Thích Mẫu Ngữ Pháp N1: ～をものともせず（に） Mẫu ngữ pháp ～をものともせず（に） trong tiếng Nhật dùng để chỉ một hành động, sự việc được thực hiện bất chấp khó khăn, trở…
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[Ngữ pháp N1] ～よそに
Giải Thích Mẫu Ngữ Pháp N1: ～よそに Mẫu ngữ pháp ～よそに trong tiếng Nhật dùng để chỉ một hành động hay sự kiện xảy ra mà không quan tâm đến…
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JLPT N1 Grammar: ～ならいざしらず – Mastering Advanced Japanese
Welcome to our deep dive into advanced Japanese grammar! Today we're exploring the N1-level grammar pattern ～ならいざしらず (nara iza shirazu), a sophisticated expression that will elevate your Japanese to a…