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JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

~wo motte

Used to indicate means, methods, or time; 'with', 'by means of', 'at'.

Formal, literary "by means of/as of" - official announcements, deadlines.

Formation

Explanation

The をもって grammar is used to express a means or method to achieve something, or to indicate a point in time. It can be translated as 'with' or 'by means of' when indicating means, and 'at' when indicating a point in time.

Example sentences

  • He is trusted by people with his honesty.

    Kare wa seijitsusa wo motte hitobito ni shinrai sarete imasu.

  • With this award, her efforts were recognized.

    Kono shou wo motte, kanojo no doryoku ga mitomeraremashita.

  • He tackled the problem with strong determination.

    Kare wa tsuyoi ketsui wo motte mondai ni torikunda.

  • This store will close at the end of March.

    Sangatsu wo motte, kono mise wa heiten shimasu.

Formal Location (At / In, Official Register)