～とすると JLPT N1 Very formal / literary
〜to suru to
Expresses 'if', 'when', or 'assuming that' in a speculative sense.
Formal, literary "assuming that/if we suppose" - speculative register.
Formation
Verb-casual + とすると / い-Adjective + とすると / な-Adjective + だとすると / Noun + だとすると
Explanation
The ～とすると grammar point is used for hypothetical or speculative situations, often in the sense of 'if we assume...', 'when it comes to...', or 'given that...' . It sets up a condition and then states the expected or possible outcome.
Example sentences
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If he’s coming, he should arrive soon.
Kare ga kuru to suru to, mou sugu touchaku suru hazu desu.
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Assuming we finish this work, it will take at least three days.
Kono shigoto o oeru to suru to, saitei demo mikka wa kakaru deshou.
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If a war were to break out, many people would become victims.
Sensou ga okiru to suru to, ooku no hitobito ga gisei ni naru deshou.
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If he’s the manager, he will bear a lot of responsibility.
Kare ga keieisha da to suru to, ooku no sekinin o ou koto ni naru deshou.