Turning Points: Once it becomes... (~ともなると)
~ともなると to describe natural consequences that occur once a significant level, status, or time is reached.
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use ~ともなると to express that once a certain threshold or situation is reached, a significant change or consequence inevitably follows.
- Attach to nouns or verb dictionary forms to indicate a state change.
- The second clause must express a result that is typical for that new state.
- It implies that the situation has reached a 'serious' or 'notable' level.
Overview
The grammar pattern ~ともなると (and its partner ~ともなれば) provides a way to express a significant turning point. It signals that once a certain high-level stage, status, or specific time is reached, a new set of circumstances or expectations naturally, and almost inevitably, arises. It's not just a simple conditional; it carries an evaluative weight, highlighting the gravity and qualitative shift that comes with achieving that new state.
You use it to show that the consequence is not just a possibility, but a defining characteristic of that elevated condition.
Imagine the difference between being a student and being a 社会人|しゃかいじん (a full member of society). A simple conditional might say, "When you become a working adult, you have to pay taxes." But 社会人|しゃかいじんともなると、 frames it differently: "Once you attain the status of a working adult, the responsibilities that come with it—like social obligations and financial independence—are a whole new ballgame." It’s this sense of elevation and inherent consequence that ~ともなると captures so effectively. For C1 learners, mastering this pattern is key to moving from describing simple cause-and-effect to articulating a deeper understanding of how roles, responsibilities, and realities evolve at significant junctures.
This structure is most at home in more formal or reflective contexts—essays, formal speeches, serious discussions, and literature. It conveys a sense of mature observation, as if the speaker is commenting on a predictable, fundamental truth about how the world works. It implies that the condition (the noun preceding it) is not trivial, but a threshold that, once crossed, changes the game entirely.
How This Grammar Works
~ともなると, you need to break it down into its constituent parts: Noun + と + も + なる + と. Each particle plays a crucial role in building the overall meaning of a significant, almost fated, transition.- 1The First
と(Resultative Particle): The initialとmarks the noun as the result of a change. Think of it as setting the stage: we are arriving at this noun. In部長になると(when one becomes a manager),とmarks部長as the new state.
- 1The
も(Emphatic Particle): This is the heart of the nuance. Theもparticle adds emphasis, but it's more than just "also" or "even." Here, it functions to highlight the totality and significance of the state. It implies something like, "when it goes as far as becoming..." or "once it fully reaches the level of..." Thisもis what elevates the condition from a simple fact to a momentous threshold. It's why部長ともなるとfeels much weightier than a plain conditional. It implies that the status of部長isn't just a title; it's a whole category of existence with its own rules.
- 1
なる(To Become): This verb cements the idea of transition and change. The noun preceding~ともなるとis the destination of a transformation. The use ofなるmakes it clear that we are discussing a process of becoming, not a static state.
- 1The Second
と(Conditional/Natural Consequence): The finalとis a conditional particle, but specifically one that indicates a natural, inevitable, or predictable consequence. When you useAとB, you're saying "Whenever A happens, B naturally follows." Think of scientific facts like水を100度に熱すると、沸騰する(If you heat water to 100 degrees, it boils). So, the entireAともなると、Bstructure means: "Once A fully reaches the significant state of being, B is the natural and expected outcome."
冬になると寒くなる。(When it becomes winter, it gets cold.) - A simple, factual observation.真冬ともなると、水道管が凍結することもある。(Once it becomes the dead of winter, the water pipes may even freeze.) - This carries more weight. It's not just cold; we've reached the extreme state of mid-winter, and a serious, predictable consequence (frozen pipes) is now in play. The pattern emphasizes the severity of the真冬stage.
~ともなると is almost always a general truth or a state of being, not a description of a specific, one-time action, and almost never an expression of the speaker's own will or intention.Formation Pattern
こと or の. The structure is quite rigid.
~ともなると and ~ともなれば. They are largely interchangeable, but ~ともなれば can carry a slightly more hypothetical or conditional nuance ("If one were to reach the state of..."), while ~ともなると often states a more general truth ("Once that state is reached...").
Noun + ともなると / ともなれば
Noun + ともなると / ともなれば | 社長ともなると、個人の時間はほとんどなくなる。 (Once you become company president, you have almost no personal time.) | 大臣ともなれば、その発言は国際的な影響力を持つ。 (If one becomes a government minister, their statements have international influence.) |
Verb (Dictionary Form) + こと + ともなると / ともなれば | 海外に長期間住むことともなると、文化の違いに悩むものだ。 (When it comes to living abroad long-term, people inevitably struggle with cultural differences.) | 独立して事業を始めることともなれば、相当な覚悟が必要だ。 (If it's a matter of starting one's own business, considerable resolve is necessary.) |
い-Adj + こと + ともなると / ともなれば | {これほど}有名な絵画のことともなると、警備も厳重だ。 (When it comes to a painting as famous as this, the security is naturally tight.) | {あれほど}深刻な事態のことともなれば、もはや個人では対応できない。 (If it were a situation that serious, individuals could no longer handle it.) |
な-Adj + なこと + ともなると / ともなれば | {これほど}重要なことともなると、即断は避けるべきだ。 (When it's a matter of this much importance, one should avoid making a snap judgment.) | 公式な儀式のことともなれば、服装にも気を使う必要がある。 (When it's about a formal ceremony, it's necessary to be mindful of one's attire.) |
こと to nominalize verbs and adjectives. This transforms the action or quality into a concept or event—"the matter of getting married," "the state of it being difficult"—which can then serve as the significant turning point.
When To Use It
~ともなると when you want to make a point about the inherent consequences that accompany a significant change in status, time, or situation. It is best suited for when the condition is an objective, high-stakes threshold.- To Mark Professional or Social Ranks and Roles: This is a classic use case. Certain jobs or positions come with a bundle of non-negotiable responsibilities and expectations. This pattern perfectly expresses that reality.
医者ともなると、昼夜を問わず緊急の呼び出しに応じなければならない。(Once you become a doctor, you must respond to emergency calls regardless of day or night.){チームリーダー}ともなれば、自分の成績だけでなく、部下の育成にも責任を負う。(When one becomes a team leader, they are responsible not only for their own performance but also for the development of their subordinates.)
- To Describe Significant Life Stages: Major life events like graduating, getting married, or reaching a certain age are qualitative shifts that change one's perspective and daily life.
親ともなると、子どもの将来を考えない日はない。(Once you become a parent, not a day goes by when you don't think about your child's future.)定年ともなれば、毎日が日曜日のようなものだが、張り合いを失くす人もいるらしい。(Once you reach retirement age, every day is like Sunday, but some people seem to lose their sense of purpose.)
- To Emphasize Specific Times or Seasons: You can use it for points in time that have distinct, well-known characteristics, such as holidays, the peak of a season, or critical deadlines.
師走ともなると、普段は静かな商店街も活気づく。(Once December hits, even the usually quiet shopping arcades liven up.)師走is the traditional name for the 12th lunar month, known for its busy atmosphere.試験直前ともなれば、図書館は満席になるのが常だ。(When it gets right before an exam, the library is always full.)
- To Underscore the Scale or Gravity of a Situation: When a problem or event escalates to a certain level, the rules for dealing with it change.
~ともなるとmarks this escalation. 国家間の対立ともなると、外交官の腕の見せどころだ。(When it comes to conflict between nations, it's a chance for diplomats to show their skill.)山火事も広範囲に及ぶことともなれば、住民の避難が最優先される。(If a forest fire spreads over a wide area, evacuating residents becomes the top priority.)
When Not To Use It
~ともなると carries such specific nuance, it's easy to misuse. Avoid it in situations that lack the necessary weight or gravitas.- For Trivial, Everyday Occurrences: Using this pattern for something mundane sounds overwrought and unnatural. The consequence should be significant.
- Incorrect:
朝8時ともなると、電車が混む。(Once it's 8 AM, the train gets crowded.) - Why it's wrong: While true, 8 AM isn't a profound turning point. It's just a time of day. A simple
朝8時になるとis far more natural. - Better:
通勤ラッシュともなると、身動きできないほどの混雑だ。(Once it's the morning rush hour, the crowding is so bad you can't move.) Here,通勤ラッシュ(rush hour) is a well-defined, significant phenomenon, justifying the stronger grammar.
- For Simple, Factual Conditionals: If you're just stating a direct, value-neutral cause and effect, this pattern is overkill.
- Incorrect:
春ともなると、桜が咲く。(Once it becomes spring, cherry blossoms bloom.) - Why it's wrong: This is a simple fact of nature.
~ともなるとimplies a more complex set of circumstances or a notable change in experience, not just a botanical fact.春になるとis correct.
- With Clauses of Personal Will or Intention: The result clause following
~ともなるとshould describe a natural state, a general truth, or an inevitable outcome. It cannot be a command, request, or a statement of your own decision. - Incorrect:
夏休みともなると、旅行に行きたい。(Once it becomes summer vacation, I want to go on a trip.) - Why it's wrong: Your personal desire (
~たい) is not a natural consequence of summer vacation. The grammar demands an objective outcome. - Correct:
夏休みともなると、各地の観光地は家族連れで賑わう。(Once it's summer vacation, tourist spots everywhere become bustling with families.) This is an observable, general truth.
- For Subjective or Personal States: The condition before
~ともなるとshould be a widely recognized, objective status or time. - Incorrect:
私が本気ともなると、すごいよ。(Once I get serious, I'm amazing.) - Why it's wrong: "Me getting serious" is not an objective, recognized status like "company president" or "the end of the year." It sounds arrogant and grammatically strange. Use
本気になればor本気を出せばinstead.
Common Mistakes
- 1Confusing
~ともなるとwith~となると: The particleもis not optional; removing it changes the meaning.~となるとsimply means "when it comes to" or "now that it has become," and it lacks the evaluative weight. It's a topic marker for a new situation.
- Mistake:
結婚するともなると、相手の家族との付き合いが始まる。(Usingするともなるとfor a verb) - Correction 1 (Topical):
結婚するとなると、相手の家族との付き合いが問題だ。(When it comes to getting married, dealing with the partner's family is an issue.) -~となるとsets up the topic for discussion. - Correction 2 (Turning Point):
結婚することともなると、独身時代とは違う責任が生じる。(Once it comes to the major event of getting married, responsibilities different from one's single days arise.) -~ことともなるとmarks marriage as a significant life stage.
- 1Using a Volitional Clause as the Consequence: As mentioned, the result must be a natural outcome, not a personal action or desire. This is the most frequent grammatical mistake.
- Mistake:
部長ともなれば、もっと給料をください。(If I become manager, please give me more salary.) - Why it's wrong: A request (
ください) is volitional. The pattern requires a descriptive statement of fact or general truth. - Correction:
部長ともなれば、給料が上がるだけでなく責任も格段に重くなる。(Once one becomes a manager, not only does the salary increase, but the responsibilities also become exceptionally heavy.)
- 1Applying it to Low-Stakes Nouns: The noun must represent a significant threshold. Applying it to something minor makes the sentence sound comically dramatic.
- Mistake:
昼休みともなると、食堂へ行く。(Once it's lunchtime, I go to the cafeteria.) - Why it's wrong: Lunchtime is a routine part of the day, not a major turning point. The consequence is also a simple personal action.
- Correction: Simply say
昼休みになったら、食堂へ行く。
Real Conversations
While most common in formal writing, you will hear ~ともなると and ~ともなれば in serious conversations, news commentary, and even in slightly formal digital communication where people are reflecting on a change.
Scenario 1
> A: 山田さん、課長昇進おめでとう。 (Yamada-san, congrats on the promotion to section manager.)
> B: {ありがとうございます}。まだ実感がなくて…。 (Thank you. It doesn't feel real yet...)
> A: まあ、これからだよ。課長ともなると、部下の人生にも影響を与える立場だからね。発言には気をつけた方がいい。 (Well, it starts now. Once you become a section manager, you're in a position that affects your subordinates' lives, you know. You should be careful with what you say.)
Scenario 2
> いつも拝見しています。うちも最近二人目が生まれました。子供が二人ともなると、想像以上に大変ですね！時間のなさが尋常じゃありません。 (I always enjoy reading your posts. We just had our second child recently. Once you have two kids, it's more work than you can imagine! The lack of time is unreal.)
Scenario 3
> …今回の台風は過去に例を見ない勢力です。{これほどの}規模ともなれば、停電や断水は広範囲で長引くことが予想されます。 (...This typhoon has unprecedented strength. If it reaches a scale like this, power outages and water stoppages are expected to be prolonged over a wide area.)
Progressive Practice
Work your way through these exercises to build a feel for the nuance of ~ともなると.
Level 1: Choose the Correct Option
(小学生になると / 小学生ともなると)、自分で学校に行く。
プロの料理人ともなると、(味を変えたい / 味へのこだわりが人一倍強くなる)。
休日の渋谷 (になると)、歩くのも大変だ。
Answers: 1. になると (小学生 is a normal stage, not a high-stakes turning point in this context), 2. 味へのこだわりが人一倍強くなる (a natural state, not a desire), 3. ともなると (休日 a special time combined with a specific place 渋谷 creates a significant situation)
Level 2: Complete the Sentence
Combine the two ideas into one sentence using ~ともなると or ~ともなれば.
He became a gold medalist. His words now carry a lot of weight.
金メダリスト ____________________________________。
The situation became a court case. Submitting objective evidence is essential.
裁判 ____________________________________。
Answers: 1. ともなると、その言葉には大きな重みが伴う, 2. ともなれば、客観的な証拠の提出が不可欠になる
Level 3: Rewrite the Sentence
Rewrite the following unnatural sentences using ~ともなると correctly, or explain why it cannot be used.
期末テストともなると、頑張って勉強します。
初心者ともなると、わからないことがたくさんあります。
Answers: 1. Unnatural. The result is volitional. Correct version: 期末テストともなると、学生たちは皆、目の色を変えて勉強し始める。 (Once it's final exam time, all the students start studying with a different look in their eyes.) 2. Unnatural. 初心者 (beginner) is the start of a journey, not a high-level turning point. This grammar is for elevated states. A simple 初心者なので or 初心者は is better.
Quick FAQ
~ともなると and ~ともなれば?They are very close and often interchangeable. The subtle difference lies in the final particle. ~と (in ~ともなると) points to a general, timeless truth or natural consequence. ~ば (in ~ともなれば) is the classic conditional form, so it can feel slightly more hypothetical or focused on a specific instance, meaning "If it should become...". In many cases, the choice is stylistic. ~ともなると is slightly more common in descriptive writing, while ~ともなれば might appear more in speeches or persuasive arguments.
It is on the formal and literary side. You wouldn't use it to talk about what to have for dinner. However, as seen in the "Real Conversations" examples, it can be used in spoken language when discussing serious topics like career changes, major life events (marriage, children), or societal issues. Using it with friends is possible if the topic is serious enough to warrant the gravitas. Using it for a trivial matter would sound like you're trying to be overly dramatic for humorous effect.
~ともなると only be used for negative or burdensome consequences?Not at all. While it's often used for heavy responsibilities (責任が重い), it can also describe positive, prestigious, or simply notable outcomes. For example: 名人の域ともなれば、その一挙手一投足が注目の的となる。 (If one reaches the level of a master, their every single move becomes the center of attention.) Being the center of attention isn't inherently negative; it's a natural consequence of reaching that master status.
Formation Table
| Preceding Word | Grammar | Resulting Clause |
|---|---|---|
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Noun (e.g., プロ)
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ともなると
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Result (e.g., 責任が重い)
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Verb (Dictionary)
|
ともなると
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Result (e.g., 準備が必要)
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Meanings
Indicates that once a situation reaches a specific, often advanced or significant stage, a corresponding outcome or behavior is expected.
Threshold of Significance
Once a situation reaches a high degree of importance, the following result is natural.
“部長{ともなると|ともなると}、責任の重さが違う。”
“試験が明日{ともなると|ともなると}、緊張で眠れない。”
Reference Table
| Form | Structure | Example |
|---|---|---|
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Noun
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Noun + ともなると
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プロともなると
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Verb
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Verb (Dict) + ともなると
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忙しくなるともなると
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Affirmative
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Noun + ともなると + [Result]
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部長ともなると忙しい
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Negative
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Noun + ともなると + [Negative Result]
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プロともなると妥協は許されない
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Formality Spectrum
部長ともなると、言動に注意が必要だ。 (Workplace)
部長ともなると、言動に注意が必要です。 (Workplace)
部長ともなると、言動に気をつけなきゃ。 (Workplace)
部長ともなると、マジで気を使うわ。 (Workplace)
Threshold Concept
Status
- 部長 Manager
- プロ Professional
Time
- 前日 Day before
- 冬 Winter
Examples by Level
プロ{ともなると|ともなると}、大変です。
When you become a pro, it is tough.
明日{ともなると|ともなると}、忙しい。
When tomorrow comes, I will be busy.
大人{ともなると|ともなると}、責任がある。
When you become an adult, you have responsibility.
社長{ともなると|ともなると}、忙しい。
When you are a president, you are busy.
有名人{ともなると|ともなると}、外を歩けない。
Once you become a celebrity, you cannot walk outside.
試験前日{ともなると|ともなると}、眠れない。
Once it becomes the day before the exam, I cannot sleep.
部長{ともなると|ともなると}、判断が難しい。
Once you are a manager, decisions are hard.
冬{ともなると|ともなると}、雪が降る。
Once it becomes winter, it snows.
専門家{ともなると|ともなると}、意見が鋭い。
Once you are an expert, your opinions are sharp.
ここまで成長する{ともなると|ともなると}、無視できない。
Once it grows to this point, it cannot be ignored.
ベテラン{ともなると|ともなると}、仕事が速い。
Once you are a veteran, your work is fast.
最終段階{ともなると|ともなると}、慎重になる。
Once it becomes the final stage, we become cautious.
大企業{ともなると|ともなると}、社会への影響が大きい。
Once it becomes a large corporation, the social impact is significant.
このレベル{ともなると|ともなると}、独学は難しい。
Once you reach this level, self-study is difficult.
結婚{ともなると|ともなると}、家族の同意が必要だ。
When it comes to marriage, family consent is necessary.
数億円{ともなると|ともなると}、話が変わる。
Once it reaches hundreds of millions of yen, the story changes.
国民的スター{ともなると|ともなると}、私生活などないに等しい。
Once you become a national star, you have virtually no private life.
ここまで事態が深刻化する{ともなると|ともなると}、政府の介入が不可欠だ。
Once the situation becomes this serious, government intervention is essential.
一流の料理人{ともなると|ともなると}、食材へのこだわりが尋常ではない。
Once you are a top-tier chef, your obsession with ingredients is extraordinary.
この規模のプロジェクト{ともなると|ともなると}、リスク管理が最優先事項となる。
Once it becomes a project of this scale, risk management becomes the top priority.
歴史的転換点{ともなると|ともなると}、個人の力では抗えない。
Once it becomes a historical turning point, individual power cannot resist it.
国家の存亡{ともなると|ともなると}、党派を超えた協力が求められる。
When it comes to the survival of the nation, cooperation across party lines is required.
芸術の極致{ともなると|ともなると}、言葉を超えた感動がある。
Once it reaches the pinnacle of art, there is an emotion that transcends words.
数十年という歳月{ともなると|ともなると}、街の風景も一変する。
Once it becomes a span of several decades, the city landscape changes completely.
Easily Confused
Both indicate a change, but ~になると is neutral.
Very similar, but ~ともなれば is slightly more hypothetical.
Both used in formal contexts.
Common Mistakes
5時ともなると帰る。
5時になると帰る。
食べたともなるとお腹いっぱい。
食べるとお腹いっぱい。
雨が降ったともなると傘がいる。
雨が降ると傘がいる。
明日ともなると学校に行く。
明日になると学校に行く。
眠いともなると寝る。
眠くなると寝る。
子供ともなると遊ぶ。
子供は遊ぶ。
暑いともなるとアイスを食べる。
暑くなるとアイスを食べる。
部長ともなると、彼は優しい。
部長ともなると、責任が重い。
プロともなると、練習した。
プロともなると、練習が厳しい。
試験ともなると、勉強した。
試験ともなると、緊張する。
このレベルともなると、簡単だ。
このレベルともなると、奥が深い。
有名人ともなると、彼は有名だ。
有名人ともなると、プライバシーがない。
大企業ともなると、大きい。
大企業ともなると、社会的責任が問われる。
歴史ともなると、古い。
歴史ともなると、重みが違う。
Sentence Patterns
___ともなると、___が違う。
___ともなると、___は避けられない。
___ともなると、___が求められる。
___ともなると、___は当たり前だ。
Real World Usage
部長ともなると、チームの育成が重要になります。
事態が深刻化するともなると、政府の対応が問われます。
この段階ともなると、議論は複雑化する。
プロともなると、練習の質が違いますね。
冬ともなると、この街は雪景色になります。
この規模のプロジェクトともなると、慎重な検討が必要です。
Check the Significance
Avoid Past Tense
Use for Status
Formal Tone
Smart Tips
Use ~ともなると to show you understand the gravity of a situation.
Use it to frame your argument about a turning point.
Focus on the 'inevitability' of the result.
Use it to highlight the difference between a normal state and a high-stakes state.
Pronunciation
Emphasis
Place emphasis on 'tomo' to highlight the threshold.
Rising-Falling
Noun (rise) + ともなると (fall)
Conveys the weight of the statement.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Tomo' (friend) 'naru' (becoming). When you 'become' a 'friend' of a high status, things get serious!
Visual Association
Imagine a person climbing a mountain. At the base, it's easy. Once they reach the 'summit' (the threshold), the air gets thin and the view changes drastically.
Rhyme
When the status is high and the stakes are real, use 'tomonaru' to show how you feel.
Story
Kenji was a regular student. But once he became a 'professional athlete' (tomonaruto), his diet changed, his sleep schedule changed, and his friends changed. Everything became serious.
Word Web
Challenge
Write three sentences about your current life, your dream job, and a major holiday using the ~ともなると structure.
Cultural Notes
Used to emphasize the hierarchy and the weight of responsibility that comes with promotion.
Used to describe the transition from amateur to professional, highlighting the shift in discipline.
Common in essays to frame an argument about the significance of a specific event.
Derived from the verb 'tomonau' (to accompany) and the conditional 'naru' (to become).
Conversation Starters
プロの選手ともなると、何が一番大変だと思いますか？
試験前日ともなると、何をしますか？
部長ともなると、どんな責任がありますか？
この規模のプロジェクトともなると、どんなリスクがありますか？
Journal Prompts
Common Mistakes
Test Yourself
プロ___、練習が厳しい。
Which is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
5時ともなると帰る。
Arrange the words in the correct order:
All words placed
Click words above to build the sentence
Once you are a pro, the quality is different.
Answer starts with: プロと...
___ともなると、プライバシーはない。
Use '試験前日' and '緊張'.
この規模のプロジェクト___、リスク管理が重要だ。
Score: /8
Practice Exercises
8 exercisesプロ___、練習が厳しい。
Which is correct?
Find and fix the mistake:
5時ともなると帰る。
責任が / 部長 / 重い / ともなると
Once you are a pro, the quality is different.
___ともなると、プライバシーはない。
Use '試験前日' and '緊張'.
この規模のプロジェクト___、リスク管理が重要だ。
Score: /8
Practice Bank
8 exercisesプロの{演奏家|えんそうか}（ ）、{一音|いちおん}の{重|おも}みが{違|ちが}う。
[ともなれば / 100万人 / フォロワーが / 影響力も / 絶大だ / ]
Once winter arrives, the morning air feels crisp.
Regarding a large-scale merger...
{日本|にっぽん}に{行|い}くともなると、パスポートが{必要|ひつよう}だ。
Match the following:
大学を{卒業|そつぎょう}し、{社会人|しゃかいじん}（ ）なると、{自分|じぶん}の{責任|せきにん}で{生|い}きていかなければならない。
{連休|れんきゅう}ともなると、{予約|よやく}が{全|まった}く{取|と}れない。
Score: /8
FAQ (8)
Only if the time represents a significant threshold, like 'the day before the exam'.
Yes, it is quite formal and best for professional or analytical contexts.
~になると is neutral; ~ともなると implies a serious consequence.
Yes, the result clause can be negative.
It is common in formal speeches or serious discussions.
No, it should be dictionary form or noun.
Rarely, unless you are discussing serious topics.
No, it is a fixed structure.
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In Other Languages
Una vez que...
Japanese adds a layer of 'gravity' that Spanish does not inherently possess.
Dès que...
Japanese is more status-oriented.
Sobald...
Japanese grammar is tied to the weight of the noun.
بمجرد أن...
Japanese is more formal and analytical.
一旦...就...
Japanese is more restricted to formal/significant contexts.
Once it becomes...
Japanese requires the noun to be a 'significant' threshold.
Learning Path
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If I could (Impossible Wish) (~mono nara)
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The More... The More (～ば～ほど)
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Useless Efforts: Even if... (~たところで)
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