Explanation：〜折に（〜おりに）
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"〜ときに / 〜の機会に"
"when the chance to 〜 comes"
Used to indicate a particular opportunity or occasion when something happens or can be done. It is often translated as "on the occasion of" or "when" in English. This phrase is typically used in formal or polite contexts.
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V（dictionary form / ta form）+ 折りに
Nの + 折りに
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- Opportunity or Occasion: "〜折に" indicates a specific opportunity, chance, or occasion when something occurs or can be done.
- Polite or Formal Usage: This phrase is more commonly used in formal writing or speech, such as in letters, announcements, or official contexts.
- Time-Related: It often relates to a time when an event occurs or when a specific situation arises.
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N2
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"折に" is more polite than "〜ときに"
Sample sentenes
詳しいことは今度会った折に、お伝えします。
I will provide detailed information when we meet next time.
先生、私の国へいらっしゃる折には、ぜひご連絡ください。
Please contact me when you visit my country.
大阪に出張した折に、大阪に住んでいる友達に会った。
I met a friend who lives in Osaka when I was on a business trip to Osaka.
セミナーの折に、偶然、田中さんに会いました。
I happened to meet Mr. Tanaka during the seminar
何か問題があった折に、すぐにご連絡ください。
If you have any problems, please contact me immediately.
お時間のある折に、ぜひ遊びに来てください。
When you have some free time, please feel free to visit.
旅行の折に、このお土産を買いました。
I bought this souvenir during my trip.
Vocabulary
| Japanese |
English | |
| 伺う | うかがう | to visit |
| 偶然 | ぐうぜん | by chance |
| お土産 | おみやげ | souvenir |
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