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Ni Shitagatte: As/According To

Gradual change and following rules. 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: Gradual change and following rules.
  • Form and connection: [Verb辞书形] に従したがって
  • Nuance in real use: Binds "obedience" with "change"—describing how the world transforms.

Form and connection

[Verb辞书形] に従したがって

Core Explanation

Gradual change and following rules.

Cultural Note

Binds "obedience" with "change"—describing how the world transforms.

Practical examples

As I improved, it became more enjoyable.
Please act in accordance with the rules.

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[Verb辞书形] に従したがって
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerAs I improved, it became more enjoyable.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer規則きそくに従したがって行動こうどうしてください。 ([Verb辞书形] に従したがって)

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