~とみると

〜to miru to

JLPT N1 Very formal, literary Chapter 134: From whose standpoint, on what grounds, 8 of 10

Formation

Verb-casual + とみると, い-Adjective + とみると, な-Adjective + だとみると, Noun + だとみると

Expresses the concept of 'when one sees it as', 'viewed as', or 'considering'.

When to use

Formal, literary "viewed as/considering".

Explanation

The ~とみると grammar point is used to express the concept of seeing something from a specific perspective and responding accordingly. It often brings awareness toward something or a change in perception. It is translated as 'when one sees it as', 'viewed as', or 'considering'.

Example sentences

Considering (Judging From)