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JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

〜to areba

Expresses a condition; 'if', 'when', 'since'.

Formal, literary "if it comes to/should the case arise".

Formation

Explanation

The ～とあれば grammar point is used to express a condition or premise in which a certain outcome or action naturally follows. It can be translated as 'if,' 'when,' or 'since,' depending on context. It emphasizes that under this specific condition, a certain response is expected.

Example sentences

  • If it's free, anyone would want to use it.

    Muryou to areba, dare demo riyou shitai to omoimasu.

  • If this song starts playing, he will definitely begin to dance.

    Kono kyoku ga nagareru to areba, kare wa kanarazu odorihajimemasu.

  • If tomorrow is a holiday, I can stay up late tonight.

    Ashita ga kyuujitsu da to areba, konya wa osoku made okite iraremasu.

  • If he participates, this event will surely be successful.

    Kare ga sanka suru to areba, kono ibento wa seikou deshou.

Conditional (If / Assuming That)