～とされる

When to use

Formal "is considered/is said to be" - reports a general, often official, view.

Explanation

The ～とされる grammar point expresses what is generally believed, accepted, or reputed. It can be translated as 'is considered to be,' 'is seen as,' or 'is said to be.' It’s often used in formal or written contexts. The structure differs slightly depending on whether it’s used with a noun, adjective, or verb.

• サッカーは世界せかいで最もっとも人気にんきのあるスポーツとされています。

  Soccer is considered the most popular sport in the world.

  Sakkaa wa sekai de mottomo ninki no aru supootsu to sarete imasu.

• 彼かれは最もっとも有能ゆうのうな科学者かがくしゃとされる。

  He is considered the most talented scientist.

  Kare wa mottomo yuunou na kagakusha to sareru.

• この建物たてものは地元じもとのランドマークだとされています。

  This building is said to be a local landmark.

  Kono tatemono wa jimoto no randomaaku da to sarete imasu.

• そのお寺てらは古代こだいの美術品びじゅつひんとされている。

  That temple is considered an ancient work of art.

  Sono otera wa kodai no bijutsuhin to sarete iru.

Widely Believed (Is Considered)

• ～とみられる～to mirareruN1It is considered that; It is thought that; It is believed…

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