JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
以て
「もって」
Formal expression for “by means of,” “as of,” or “on the basis of.”
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をもって most common form
でもって emphatic/colloquial version
1 Expression / Particle
By means of" / "With
Specifies the instrument, method, or means used to achieve an action in formal or archaic contexts.
Example
書面 を もって 正式 に ご 連絡 いたし ます 。
We will contact you formally by means of a written document.
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2 Expression / Particle
As of" / "At this time
Marks the precise moment a deadline expires, a service ends, or a transition officially takes effect.
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3 Expression / Particle
On the basis of" / "For this reason
Indicates the constituent elements, capability, or logical basis required to define or execute something.
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