JLPT N2 Formal

〜kara niwa

Express a sense of responsibility or determination; 'since', 'now that', 'if'.

"Now that/since (you've committed to X)" - implies a resulting obligation or determination.

Formation

Explanation

The ~からには grammar point is used to show a sense of responsibility or strong resolve once a certain condition is met. It can be translated as 'since', 'now that', or 'if'.

Example sentences

Conditional (If / Assuming That)