～に沿って JLPT N2

Formation

Noun + に沿って

Explanation

The ～に沿って grammar point is used to express that something happens or is done along with, in accordance with, or following a particular line, path, or guideline. It is often used in instructions or explanations. The に沿って is attached to the noun representing the line, path or guideline.

Example sentences

• 川に沿って歩いていくと、橋が見えてきます。

  If you walk along the river, you will see a bridge.

  Kawa ni sotte aruite iku to, hashi ga miete kimasu.

• このレシピに沿って料理を作れば、間違いありません。

  If you cook according to this recipe, there will be no mistakes.

  Kono reshipi ni sotte ryouri wo tsukureba, machigai arimasen.

• 規則に沿って行動しなければなりません。

  We must act in accordance with the rules.

  Kisoku ni sotte koudou shinakereba narimasen.

• 山道に沿って進むと、小さな神社があります。

  If you follow the mountain path, there is a small shrine.

  Yamamichi ni sotte susumu to, chiisana jinja ga arimasu.