JLPT N4 Elementary
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Expresses a conditional ‘if… then’ relationship.
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1 Particle, Conjunction
"If... then" (Conditional)
Establishes a hypothetical condition that functions as a logical prerequisite for a specific result.
Example
A すみません 、 市役所 は どこ です か 。
B この 道 を まっすぐ 行けば 、 右 に あります よ 。
[A:] Excuse me, where is the city hall? [B:] If you go straight down this road, it's on the right.
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2 Particle, Conjunction
"The more... the more..."
Indicates that the degree of one action or state changes in direct proportion to another.
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3 Particle, Conjunction
"Both... and..."
Connects two clauses to emphasize that a subject possesses multiple, often extensive, qualities or actions.
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