Noun に限る JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

~ni kagiru

Expresses the idea that 'nothing but', 'nothing is better than'.

Formal, literary "nothing beats X/best to do X" - a recommendation, not a plain restriction.

Formation

Noun + に限る

Explanation

The noun に限る grammar point is used to express the idea that there is nothing better than the noun mentioned in the specific context. It is often used to give personal opinions, advice, or recommendations.

Example sentences

こういう時には家族に話すに限る。

At times like this, there's nothing better than talking to your family.

Kou iu toki ni wa kazoku ni hanasu ni kagiru.
寒い冬には温かいお茶に限る。

In cold winter, there's nothing better than warm tea.

Samui fuyu ni wa atatakai ocha ni kagiru.
疲れたときは、よい睡眠に限る。

When you are tired, nothing is better than a good sleep.

Tsukareta toki wa, yoi suimin ni kagiru.
ダイエットするなら、運動に限る。

If you want to go on a diet, there is nothing better than exercise.

Daietto suru nara, undou ni kagiru.

Totality (Entirely / Nothing Beats)

Noun ずくめ JLPT N1