for ~, to ~, from ~'s perspective

Advanced

20-30 min

common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Indicates standpoint or perspective.

[Person/Thing] + にとって

私にとって、家族は大切です。

Watashi ni totte, kazoku wa taisetsu desu.

For me, family is important.

学生にとって、この本は役に立ちます。

Gakusei ni totte, kono hon wa yaku ni tachimasu.

For students, this book is useful.

Shows subjective perspective or standpoint.

～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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