「〜について」- About...

Explanation

〜について is a grammatical structure used to indicate the topic or subject of discussion, investigation, or research. It is commonly used in both everyday conversations and formal settings to specify what is being talked about.

Grammar Pattern

Grammar Point	Connection	Explanation
Noun + について	Noun + について + Verb	Used to describe the topic or subject of discussion.

Basic Usage

〜について is used to describe the topic or subject of discussion. It can be used in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal reports.

Examples

• 日本にほんの文化ぶんかについて勉強べんきょうします。
• Nihon no bunka ni tsuite benkyou shimasu.
• I study about Japanese culture.
  

• 明日あしたの予定よていについて、相談そうだんしましょう。
• Ashita no yotei ni tsuite, soudan shimashou.
• Let's discuss about tomorrow's plans.
  

• このこの論文ろんぶんは環境問題かんきょうもんだいについて詳くわしく述のべています。
• Kono ronbun wa kankyou mondai ni tsuite kuwashiku nobeteimasu.
• This paper discusses environmental issues in detail.
  

Comparison and Differences

Although both 〜について and 〜に関して mean "about," they differ in usage and formality.

Grammar Point	Usage Context	Formality Level
〜について	Everyday conversations	More casual
〜に関して	Written or formal contexts	More formal

Example:

• このこの件けんについてどうお考かんがえでしょうか？
• Kono ken ni tsuite dou o kangae deshou ka?
• What do you think about this matter?
  

Deep Dive

〜について is a highly versatile grammar point that can be used in various contexts. It is not only suitable for everyday conversations but also for formal reports and academic papers. Compared to 〜に関して, 〜について is more casual and better suited for daily communication.

Summary

〜について is a commonly used grammar point in Japanese to express "about..." It is applicable in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal settings. Mastering this grammar point will help you better express the topic of discussion in both everyday and formal situations.