～次第です JLPT N2 Polite
〜shidai desu
A polite/formal way to say 'it depends on...' or 'as soon as...', often used in concluding statements.
Polite/formal "it depends on..." - often used in concluding formal statements.
Formation
Verb-ますstem + 次第です (or Noun + 次第です)
Explanation
「～次第です」 is frequently used in more formal contexts, either to mean that something depends on certain conditions or to indicate an action will happen as soon as something else is completed. It’s also used as a set phrase to conclude an explanation in writing.
Example sentences
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It depends on the weather, but I’m thinking of going for a picnic tomorrow.
Tenki shidai desu ga, ashita wa pikunikku ni ikou to omoimasu.
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It depends on my exam results, but I'm considering studying abroad.
Shiken no kekka shidai desu ga, ryuugaku shitai to kangaete imasu.
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We intend to add a new menu item depending on our customers’ feedback.
Okyakusama no goiken shidai de shin menyuu wo tsuika suru shidai desu.
申請が完了次第ですので、手続きが終わったらパスポートを受け取れます。
As soon as the application is completed, you'll be able to receive your passport.
Shinsei ga kanryou shidai desu no de, tetsudzuki ga owattara pasupooto wo uketoremasu.