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～ni Ataru: Corresponds To / Falls On

Learn ni ataru for "corresponds to / is equivalent to" and "falls on (time/event)." This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn ni ataru for "corresponds to / is equivalent to" and "falls on (time/event)."
  • Form and connection: [名詞] に当あたる
  • Nuance in real use: に当たる unifies two seemingly unrelated meanings — "X corresponds to Y" and "X falls on Y time" — in one expression, reflecting the flexibility and context-dependence of Japanese.

Form and connection

[名詞] に当あたる

Core Explanation

Learn ni ataru for "corresponds to / is equivalent to" and "falls on (time/event)."

Cultural Note

に当たる unifies two seemingly unrelated meanings — "X corresponds to Y" and "X falls on Y time" — in one expression, reflecting the flexibility and context-dependence of Japanese.

Practical examples

This constitutes a violation of the law.
On the occasion of the New Year, I would like to say a few words.
His Japanese proficiency corresponds to N1 level.

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

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[名詞] に当あたる
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerThis constitutes a violation of the law.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer彼かれの日本語力にほんごりょくはN1に当あたる。 ([名詞] に当あたる)

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