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JLPT N4 Grammar

~場合

N4Other

N4 · Other · plain form + 場合 / noun + の場合

Meaning

in the case of; if

Structure

plain form + 場合 / noun + の場合

Explanation

場合 states a situation or condition, followed by what to do, what happens, or what to note.

Usage

It is common in rules, notices, and relatively formal explanations.

Example

地震が起きた場合は、エレベーターを使わないでください。

In the event of an earthquake, please do not use the elevator.

Common Mistake

Use の場合 after nouns; do not say 地震場合.

Memory Tip

場合 means 'case/situation.'

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