Noun たる Noun
~taru~
JLPT N1 Very formal, literary
Formation
Noun1 + たる + Noun2
Indicates 'being in the position/state of', used for roles or statuses.
When to use
Noun たる者: someone who is a (教師たる者).
Explanation
「Noun1 たる Noun2」expresses that the second noun is in the 'role/state/condition' of the first. It often has a formal or literary tone, emphasizing that someone/something rightly holds or embodies that status.
Example sentences
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A person who is a leader should always look ahead and act accordingly.
Riidaa taru mono wa, tsune ni saki o mite koudou subeki da.
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Someone who is a teacher should set a good example for the students.
Kyoushi taru mono, gakusei ni mohan o shimesu beki de aru.
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If you are a mother, it’s natural to love your family.
Haha taru mono, kazoku o aisuru no wa touzen da.
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A person who is a doctor should make patient safety their top priority.
Isha taru mono, kanja no anzen o saiyuusen ni kangaeru beki da.
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