Noun + というもの

~ to iu mono

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Formation

Noun + というもの

Used to express a generic concept: 'all ~', 'any ~ of that kind'.

When to use

Noun というもの: things of that kind in general (親というものは).

Explanation

The grammar pattern 'Noun + というもの' refers to the entirety or general nature of that noun - often implying 'all of this category' or 'this thing called...'. It can also highlight a universal truth about the noun mentioned.

Example sentences

Called / Quoting (Named / They Say)

Corpus examples (60)

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