JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

~mono to shite

Indicates an assumption or supposition; 'assuming', 'under the assumption that'.

Formal, literary "under the assumption that" - written, formal planning/argument contexts.

Formation

Explanation

The ~ものとして grammar pattern is used to express a supposition or assumption: 'assuming that ~', 'on the premise that ~'. It often sets up a condition or rule as the basis for some action or decision.

Example sentences

  • Assuming it would rain, I took an umbrella.

    Ame ga furu mono to shite, kasa o motte ikimashita.

  • On the assumption that he was sick, I attended in his place.

    Kare ga byouki na mono to shite, kawari ni watashi ga shusseki shita.

  • Let’s share this cake, assuming it’s delicious.

    Kono keeki ga oishii mono to shite, minna ni wakeyou.

  • Assuming she is a student, I applied the student discount.

    Kanojo ga gakusei no mono to shite, gakuwari o tekiyou shimashita.

Assuming (Under That Premise)