N1conditiontransformation
ともなると (tomo naruto) - When It Comes To Being
Phrase + ともなると
Quick answer
Phrase + ともなると means "When it comes to being ~". It is a N1 Japanese grammar point with examples and drills on this page.
Meaning
When it comes to being ~
Explanation
This grammar pattern is used to express a change or transformation when a particular condition or situation is reached. It often carries a nuance of inevitability or expectation.
Examples
結婚ともなると、責任も増える。
けっこんともなると、せきにんもふえる。
When it comes to getting married, the responsibilities increase.
社会人ともなると、遊びに行く時間が減る。
しゃかいじんともなると、あそびにいくじかんがへる。
When it comes to being a working adult, the time for leisure decreases.
子供が高校生ともなると、自分の意見を持つようになる。
こどもがこうこうせいともなると、じぶんのいけんをもつようになる。
When children become high school students, they start having their own opinions.
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Phrase + ともなると
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