Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn ni kakete wa for "when it comes to" — often with praise, ability, or confidence.
- Form and connection: [Noun] にかけては
- Nuance in real use: にかけては gives Japanese speakers a channel for expressing confidence — without directly boasting, they show their strengths by limiting the domain. "In X I'm second to none" is more acceptable than "I'm the best."
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn ni kakete wa for "when it comes to" — often with praise, ability, or confidence.
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] にかけてはShow answer
When it comes to cooking, I won't lose to anyone.Show answer
彼女かのじょは歴史れきしにかけては博識はくしきだ。 ([Noun] にかけては)Continue learning
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