を前提として
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を前提として
o zentei toshite
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with the intention to; on the condition
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JLPT Level
N1
Advanced · Literary, rhetorical & rare forms
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o zentei toshite
Post ID
51349
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📝 Usage Notes
with the intention to; on the condition
📖 How to use it
States that something is done on the premise or condition of a certain fact or plan.
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Attach to a noun directly, or to the plain form of a verb (dictionary form) followed by の, then を前提として.
This pattern expresses that an action or decision is based on a certain premise or condition. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business or academic discussions, to indicate that something is assumed or planned before proceeding. The noun or verb phrase before を前提として is the condition that must be met or the intention that guides the action.
For example, if you say 留学を前提として日本語を勉強する, it means you study Japanese with the intention of studying abroad—studying abroad is the premise. This pattern is more formal than saying つもりで or 条件として, and it is commonly found in written reports, announcements, or official statements.
海外勤務を前提として、英語の研修を受けている。
Kaigai kinmu o zentei to shite, eigo no kenshū o ukete iru.
I am taking English training with the intention of working overseas.
来年の開催を前提として、予算を組んでいる。
Rainen no kaisai o zentei to shite, yosan o kunde iru.
We are budgeting on the condition that the event will be held next year.
この計画は、全員の同意があることを前提として進めます。
Kono keikaku wa, zen'in no dōi ga aru koto o zentei to shite susumemasu.
We will proceed with this plan on the premise that everyone agrees.
Not を条件として
を条件として means 'on the condition that' and emphasizes a requirement that must be met, while を前提として emphasizes an assumption or intention that forms the basis for action. For example, 参加を条件として means 'on the condition of participation,' but 参加を前提として means 'assuming participation.'
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Formal and primarily used in written or official contexts, such as business documents, announcements, or academic writing.
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を前提として
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What does the grammar pattern を前提として mean?
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With the intention to; on the condition
What JLPT level is を前提として?
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Nihoner currently groups this pattern under JLPT N1 — Advanced · Literary, rhetorical & rare forms. Use the level label as study guidance rather than a prediction of what will appear on an exam.
How do you use を前提として in a sentence?
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Attach を前提として (o zentei toshite) to the appropriate verb or noun form as described in the usage notes. Then try writing two original sentences — one about yourself and one about something around you.
Is を前提として formal or casual Japanese?
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を前提として is used in formal or written contexts. You will see it mainly in written texts, news, business Japanese and academic contexts.
How can I remember を前提として long-term?
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Use the flashcard on this page for active recall — see the pattern, reconstruct the usage from memory, then flip. Follow with the 4-choice quiz to distinguish it from similar patterns. Review later the same day and again over the following days. Writing original sentences can help you practise using the pattern in context.