Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn ni itaru made for "down to the smallest detail / even" — complete coverage.
- Form and connection: [Noun/Verb辞书形] に至いたるまで
- Nuance in real use: に至るまで embodies the Japanese pursuit of "thoroughness" — not just "it's all done" but "even the smallest detail is handled." In Japanese quality management, this is the highest praise.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn ni itaru made for "down to the smallest detail / even" — complete coverage.
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/Verb辞书形] に至いたるまでShow answer
It's perfect down to the smallest detail.Show answer
子供こどもからお年寄としよりに至いたるまで楽たのしめる。 ([Noun/Verb辞书形] に至いたるまで)Continue learning
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