every time, whenever

Beginner

15-20 min

very common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Indicates repetition each time something happens.

[Verb dictionary form/Noun + の] + たびに

彼に会うたびに、元気をもらう。

Kare ni au tabi ni, genki wo morau.

Every time I meet him, I get energized.

旅行のたびに、お土産を買う。

Ryokou no tabi ni, omiyage wo kau.

Every time I travel, I buy souvenirs.

Similar to 毎回 but more emphatic.

～につれて

as, in proportion to, along with

～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 ~

Common pattern for habitual actions.

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Japanese Language Education Specialists

Last updated: Jan 2

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