～とみると JLPT N1 Very formal / literary
〜to miru to
Expresses the concept of 'when one sees it as', 'viewed as', or 'considering'.
Formal, literary "viewed as/considering".
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
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
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When one sees this problem from a mathematical perspective, a solution begins to emerge.
Kono mondai o suugaku no shiten de to miru to, kaiketsusaku ga miete kimasu.
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Considering she is an excellent student, it's natural that she received that award.
Kanojo ga yuushuuna gakusei da to miru to, sono shou o moratta no wa touzen desu.
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Viewing him as a new employee, his achievements are exceptional.
Kare ga shinnyuushain da to miru to, sono seika wa subarashii desu.
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Considering this panda is an endangered species, it needs protection.
Kono panda ga zetsumetsu kigushu da to miru to, hogo ga hitsuyou desu.