A。さて B。 JLPT N2 Neutral

Formation

A + さて + B

Explanation

The さて grammar point is used to indicate a sudden change or shift in the topic or situation. It often expresses a sense of moving on to the next topic or action, acting as a connector between sentences. It can be loosely translated as 'now then', 'well', or 'so' in English.

Example sentences

• 今日の仕事が終わった。さて、これから帰るか。

  Today's work is done. Now then, shall we go home?

  Kyou no shigoto ga owatta. Sate, kore kara kaeru ka.

• 話がちょっと長くなったね。さて、もっと喜美子さんのことを教えてください。

  The conversation got a bit lengthy. Well, please tell me more about Kimiko.

  Hanashi ga chotto nagaku natta ne. Sate, motto Kimiko-san no koto wo oshiete kudasai.

• 映画を見て楽しかった。さて、何を食べに行こう。

  Watching the movie was fun. So, what shall we go eat?

  Eiga wo mite tanoshikatta. Sate, nani wo tabe ni ikou.

• マラソンが終わった！さて、少し休んでからシャワーを浴びよう。

  The marathon is over! Now then, let's rest a bit and then take a shower.

  Marason ga owatta! Sate, sukoshi yasunde kara shawaa wo abiyou.

Topic Shift (By The Way)

• A。そういえば B。 JLPT N2
• ～ついでに JLPT N3
• ところで JLPT N3
• A それはそうと B。 JLPT N2
• A。ちなみに B。 JLPT N2