JLPT N1

〜to naru to

Used to highlight a certain circumstance; 'when it comes to...', 'if it becomes...', 'in the event that...'.

Formation

Explanation

The ~となると grammar point highlights a specific situation or condition and indicates what normally or naturally happens under that circumstance. It can be translated as 'when it comes to...', 'if it becomes...', or 'in the event that...'.

Example sentences

  • When it comes to exams, many students get nervous.

    Shiken to naru to, ooku no gakusei ga kinchou suru.

  • If you move to Tokyo, the cost of living goes up drastically.

    Toukyou e hikkosu to naru to, seikatsuhi ga ikki ni agaru.

  • If the deadline is tomorrow, I’ll probably be up all night.

    Shimekiri ga ashita to naru to, konya wa tetsuya ni narisou da.

  • If he becomes the leader, the team’s activities might improve significantly.

    Kare ga riidaa to naru to, chiimu no katsudou wa ookiku kaizen sareru kamoshirenai.