as, in the capacity of

Beginner

15-20 min

very common

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Explanation

Indicates a role, status, or capacity.

[Noun] + として

彼は医者として働いている。

Kare wa isha toshite hataraite iru.

He works as a doctor.

趣味としてピアノを弾いている。

Shumi toshite piano wo hiite iru.

I play piano as a hobby.

Different from と which just means "and" or "with".

～といった

such as, like

～ために (tame ni)

in order to ~, for the purpose of ~

～のに (noni)

although ~, despite ~, even though ~

～にもかかわらず

despite ~, in spite of ~

～ようになる

come to ~, become able to ~, reach the point where ~

Very common in introductions and job descriptions.

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Last updated: Jan 2

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