JLPT N4 Elementary
だったら
A conversational phrase meaning “in that case” or “if it is,” used to connect a situation to a suggestion.
Readings
Other forms
なら similar particle
でしたら more formal
1 Conjunction / Expression
If that's the case... / In that case...
Connects a prior statement to a logical conclusion, suggestion, or counter-argument.
Example
A 明日 、 雨 が 降る らしい よ 。
B だったら 、 映画 に 行か ない ？
[A:] I heard it's going to rain tomorrow. [B:] If that's the case, why don't we go to a movie?
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2 Conjunction / Expression
If you're talking about... / As for...
Establishes a noun as the conditional topic to provide specific advice or contrasting information about it.
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