~というのは

〜to iu no wa

JLPT N3 Chapter 66: Drawing a conclusion, and restating it, 5 of 6

Formation

Phrase/sentence + というのは + explanation/definition

Used to provide an explanation or definition; 'that is to say...', 'by that, I mean...'.

When to use

というのは: 'what X means is', a definition or explanation.

Explanation

The ~というのは grammar point is used to provide an explanation or definition of the preceding statement or word. It can be translated as 'that is to say...', 'by that, I mean...', or 'what I mean by...'.

Example sentences

Called / Quoting (Named / They Say)

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