Explanation:〜ことになると / 〜こととなると
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"〜の話になると / 〜の話題になると"
"if we talk about 〜, you always ・・・ "
Used to indicate a situation where, when it comes to a particular matter or condition, there is a noticeable change in behavior, attitude, or outcome. It often highlights that when a specific topic is involved, the situation or someone's response shifts in a particular way.
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V(dictionary form)+ことになると
N + (のこと)になると
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- Conditional Change: It emphasizes that when a certain situation arises, a change or different action occurs.
- Focus on Specific Circumstances: It is used to highlight a shift in behavior or attitude specific to a certain condition or topic.
- Interchangeable Forms: "〜ことになると" and "〜こととなると" are both used, with the latter being slightly more formal.
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N2
Sample sentenes
トムさんはアニメのこととなると、よく話す。
When it comes to anime, Tom talks a lot.
部長はいつも怖いが、娘のことになると優しくなる。
The manager is always scary, but he becomes gentle when it comes to his daughter.
マイケルさんは、ワンさんのこととなると、いつも態度がおかしい。彼女のことが好きなのだろう。
When it comes to Ms. Wang, Michael always acts strange. He probably likes her.
母は食事のマナーのことになると、とてもうるさいです。
My mother is very strict when it comes to table manners.
Vocabulary
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- | マナー | manner |