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～かわりに (kawari ni) - Instead of
[Noun/Verb dictionary form] + かわりに
Quick answer
[Noun/Verb dictionary form] + かわりに means "Instead of / In exchange for". It is a N3 Japanese grammar point with examples and drills on this page.
Meaning
Instead of / In exchange for
Explanation
Indicates substitution or exchange.
Examples
バスのかわりに、電車で行きました。
バスのかわりに、でんしゃでいきました。
Instead of the bus, I went by train.
働くかわりに、お金をもらう。
はたらくかわりに、おかねをもらう。
In exchange for working, I receive money.
Practice this grammar
[Noun/Verb dictionary form] + かわりに
Which sentence correctly uses "～かわりに (kawari ni) - Instead of"?