it is natural that, used to, should

Intermediate

25-30 min

very common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Expresses general truth, nostalgia, or advice.

[Plain form] + ものだ

子供は遊ぶものだ。

Kodomo wa asobu mono da.

It is natural for children to play.

昔はよくここで遊んだものだ。

Mukashi wa yoku koko de asonda mono da.

I used to play here often in the past.

Multiple meanings based on context.

～ものだから

because, since (excuse/explanation)

～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 ~

Context determines which meaning applies.

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