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Ni Shite Wa: For A...

Learn にしては for "considering it's X, the result is surprising/unexpected." 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 にしては for "considering it's X, the result is surprising/unexpected."
  • Form and connection: [Noun/Plain form] にしては
  • Nuance in real use: This advanced pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese expression.

Form and connection

[Noun/Plain form] にしては

Core Explanation

Learn にしては for "considering it's X, the result is surprising/unexpected."

Cultural Note

This advanced pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese expression.

Practical examples

You're quite good for a beginner.
The quality is good for this price.
For having studied 10 years, you can't speak much.

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[Noun/Plain form] にしては
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerYou're quite good for a beginner.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer十年じゅうねん勉強べんきょうしたにしては話はなせないね。 ([Noun/Plain form] にしては)

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