JLPT N1

Noun wo zentei ni shite

Assuming; presupposing; on the assumption of.

Formation

Explanation

The grammar point 'Noun を前提にして' is used to show that something is done assuming or presupposing the noun that comes before it. In English, it can be translated as 'on the assumption of', 'assuming', or 'presupposing'.

Example sentences

  • We planned tomorrow's picnic assuming fine weather.

    Kouten wo zentei ni shite, ashita no pikunikku no keikaku wo tatemashita.

  • We started preparing for the celebration party assuming she would pass the exam.

    Kanojo no goukaku wo zentei ni shite, iwai no paatii no junbi wo hajimemashita.

  • The budget was made on the assumption of economic growth.

    Keizai seichou wo zentei ni shite, yosan-an ga tsukurareta.

  • We decided the meeting schedule assuming his participation.

    Kare no sanka wo zentei ni shite, kaigi no nittei wo kimemashita.