Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn ni shite wa for "for a... / considering" — evaluating against a standard with surprise.
- Form and connection: [Noun/Plain formの] にしては
- Nuance in real use: にしては captures "the gap between expectation and reality" — when you use A as a reference frame to measure B and discover an unexpected result. It makes evaluation both objective and human.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn ni shite wa for "for a... / considering" — evaluating against a standard with surprise.
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の] にしてはShow answer
For a beginner, you're quite good.Show answer
彼かれは年齢ねんれいにしては若わかく見みえる。 ([Noun/Plain formの] にしては)Continue learning
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