「〜に関して」- Regarding/Concerning

Explanation

「〜に関して」 (にかんして) is a Japanese grammatical structure used to indicate "regarding" or "concerning" a specific topic or subject. It is used to introduce information or discussions related to the topic or subject mentioned.

Grammar Pattern

Grammar Point	Connection	Explanation
に関して (にかんして)	Noun + に関して	Introduces content related to the preceding noun.

Basic Usage

Connection Rules

• に関して：
  • Noun + に関して

Meaning

「〜に関して」 means "regarding" or "concerning" and is often used to introduce content or discussions related to the preceding noun. This expression is more formal than 「〜について」 and is more suitable for written language or formal situations.

Examples

• その件そのけんに関しては興味きょうみがない。
• Sono ken ni kanshite wa kyoumi ga nai.
• I’m not interested in that matter.
  

Example Dialogues

Here are some real-life dialogue examples using 「〜に関して」:

• A: その事件そのじけんに関して、何なにか知しっていますか？
• Sono jiken ni kanshite, nanika shitteimasu ka?
• Do you know anything about that incident?
  
• B: はい、警察けいさつから報告ほうこくがありました。
• Hai, keisatsu kara houkoku ga arimashita.
• Yes, there was a report from the police.
  

• A: 今回こんかいの会議かいぎに関して、意見いけんがありますか？
• Konkai no kaigi ni kanshite, iken ga arimasu ka?
• Do you have any opinions regarding this meeting?
  
• B: はい、いくつかいくつか提案ていあんがあります。
• Hai, ikutsuka teian ga arimasu.
• Yes, I have a few suggestions.
  

Real-Life Scenarios

• In academic papers, formal reports, or business communications, using 「〜に関して」 can make your language sound more professional.

Summary

「〜に関して」 is an important and commonly used expression for introducing content or discussions related to a specific noun. It is more formal than 「〜について」 and is suitable for formal situations and written language. By understanding and mastering this expression, you can more accurately and politely convey your thoughts and information about a topic.