～にあたり JLPT N2 Formal
〜ni atari
Expresses the meaning of 'at the time of', 'in', 'on', or 'upon'.
Formal "at the time of/in undertaking X" - formal announcements, ceremonies.
Formation
Noun + にあたり
Explanation
The ～にあたり grammar point is used to describe an important event or situation that occurs at a specific moment. It can be translated as 'at the time of', 'in', 'on', or 'upon' in English. The formation is quite simple, as it only requires a noun before it.
Example sentences
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Please prepare the necessary documents upon entering the school.
Nyuugaku ni atari, hitsuyou na shorui wo junbi shite kudasai.
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Many people set goals at the time of the new year.
Shinnen ni atari, houfu wo tateru hito ga ooi desu.
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Upon getting married, both families conduct an important ceremony.
Kekkon ni atari, ryouke wa taisetsu na gishiki wo okonaimasu.
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In starting a new job, preparation is necessary.
Atarashii shigoto wo hajimeru ni atari, junbi ga hitsuyou desu.