Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn wo oite for "other than A, there is no..." — emphasizing uniqueness.
- Form and connection: [Noun] を措おいて
- Nuance in real use: を措いて is Japanese's most solemn recommendation — when you say "there's no suitable person other than him," you're giving the highest evaluation: no one can replace him.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn wo oite for "other than A, there is no..." — emphasizing uniqueness.
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] を措おいてShow answer
There is no suitable person other than him.Show answer
ここを措おいてこんなにいい場所ばしょはない。 ([Noun] を措おいて)Continue learning
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