A is necessary/good (offering advice/suggestion)
- A is necessary/good (offering advice/suggestion)
- How A. (states a somewhat strong feeling) Limited to feelings such as surprise, amazement, sarcasm, or other strong emotions.
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海外に住む間は両親に時々連絡することだ。
You should get in contact with your parents sometimes while you're living overseas.
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お腹が空いている時は何かを食べることです。
You should eat something when you're hungry.
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昨日は運動会だったので、今日は休むことだ。
The sports festival was yesterday, so you should rest today.
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悲しいことがあったら、溜め込まずに、人に話すことです。
If something sad happens, it's good to not hold it in and talk to someone.
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Basic Examples:
朝ご飯を食べることだ (it's important to eat breakfast)
授業をサボらないことだ (don't skip class)
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Grammar usage notes
Used by superiors towards people of lower status (employees, children, etc.) as a way of offering advice or strongly suggesting something. Not used towards a superior.
It’s used when giving advice, not stating facts. Not used in casual speech. A bit formal or instructive.
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How A. (states a somewhat strong feeling)
Limited to feelings such as surprise, amazement, sarcasm, or other strong emotions.
- A is necessary/good (offering advice/suggestion)
- How A. (states a somewhat strong feeling) Limited to feelings such as surprise, amazement, sarcasm, or other strong emotions.
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合格とは素晴らしいことだ。
How wonderful it is to pass (e.g. a test)
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Notes
Verbs such as 困った can be used when they express a feeling.
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