A。すると B。

~suruto

JLPT N2 Neutral Chapter 78: N2: Conditional (If / Assuming That), 1 of 3

Formation

Verb (dictionary form) + と + Result

Indicates that when action A is done, action or event B follows; 'then', 'when', 'if'.

When to use

Neutral, everyday "then/if" - describes what naturally follows from an action.

Explanation

The A。すると B。grammar point is used to express that when action A is done or takes place, action or event B follows. It can be translated as 'then', 'when', or 'if' in English. It is used to show a natural consequence or result of action A.

Example sentences

電話でんわをかけると、彼女かのじょが出でました。

When I made the phone call, she answered.

Denwa wo kakeru to, kanojo ga demashita.
このボタンを押おすと、ドアが開ひらきます。

If you press this button, the door will open.

Kono botan wo osu to, doa ga hirakimasu.
コンビニに行いくと、たまたま友達ともだちに会あいました。

When I went to the convenience store, I happened to meet my friend.

Konbini ni iku to, tamatama tomodachi ni aimashita.
彼かれが家いえを出でると、すぐに雨あめが降ふり始はじめました。

As soon as he left the house, it started to rain.

Kare ga ie wo deru to, sugu ni ame ga furihajimemashita.

Conditional (If / Assuming That)

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