Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: "Precisely because X has a certain quality, the result is Y"—often admiring.
- Form and connection: [Noun/Plain form] だけあって
- Nuance in real use: だけあって confirms that reputation matches reality—you heard someone was great, and now you've witnessed it.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
"Precisely because X has a certain quality, the result is Y"—often admiring.
Cultural Note
Practical examples
Common pitfalls
Build the base form before adding the pattern
Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.
Match politeness to the situation
The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.
Practice and answers
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[Noun/Plain form] だけあってShow answer
As expected of a pro, they're really good.Show answer
高たかかっただけあって質しつがいい。 ([Noun/Plain form] だけあって)Continue learning
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