JLPT N1

Noun + zentei de

Expresses a condition or requirement for something to be established: 'on the assumption that', 'under the condition of'.

Formation

Explanation

The Noun + 前提で grammar point is used to define the premise, assumption, or requirement necessary for some event or action. It translates to 'on the assumption that', 'under the condition of', or 'with the understanding that'. The following clause is based on that premise.

Example sentences

  • Please take on this job on the assumption that you have enough English skills to explain.

    Setsumei dekiru eigo-ryoku ga aru zentei de, kono shigoto o hikiukete kudasai.

  • I planned the trip on the assumption that he would go together.

    Kare ga issho ni iku zentei de, ryokou no keikaku o tatemashita.

  • We are moving forward with this project on the assumption that we will succeed.

    Seikou suru zentei de, kono purojekuto o susumete imasu.

  • I prepared for the picnic under the condition that it wouldn't rain.

    Ame ga furanai zentei de, pikunikku no junbi o shimashita.