JLPT N3 Neutral

〜to shitara

Express a hypothetical situation; 'if', 'suppose', 'assuming'.

The everyday hypothetical "assuming/if". (Near-duplicate of n2-098 - same word, taught at both N2 and N3.)

Formation

Explanation

The ~としたら grammar point is used to express a hypothetical situation or assumption. It can be translated as 'if', 'suppose', or 'assuming' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.

Example sentences

  • If it rains tomorrow, let's bring an umbrella.

    Ashita ame ga furu to shitara, kasa wo motte ikimashou.

  • If this cake is not delicious, nobody will eat it.

    Kono keeki ga oishikunai to shitara, daremo tabenai deshou.

  • If he is sick, please take him to the hospital right away.

    Kare ga byouki da to shitara, sugu ni byouin ni ikasete agete kudasai.

  • If she is a student, there will be a discount at this restaurant.

    Kanojo ga gakusei da to shitara, kono resutoran wa waribiki ga aru deshou.

Assuming (Under That Premise)