towards ~, against ~, in contrast to ~

Advanced

20-30 min

common

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Explanation

Indicates attitude, opposition, or contrast.

[Noun] + に対して/に対する

親に対して感謝しています。

Oya ni taishite kansha shite imasu.

I'm grateful towards my parents.

大人に対する子供の割合が減っている。

Otona ni taisuru kodomo no wariai ga hette iru.

The ratio of children to adults is decreasing.

Can show attitude, opposition, or contrast.

～に違いない

must be ~, no doubt that ~, undoubtedly

～に関して/関する

regarding ~, concerning ~, about ~

～について/つい

about ~, concerning ~

～に伴って/伴い/伴う

along with ~, as ~ (changes)

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Last updated: Jan 10

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