Grammar
〜のに
N4
予想外
★★☆
Usage
動詞 + のに
形容詞 + のに
形容動詞な + のに
名詞な + のに
Description
「のに」は、予想に反する結果や、状況が期待とは異なることを表す逆接の意味を表す接続助詞です。話し手が不満や驚きを感じている場合にもよく使われます。 「のに」is a conjunction used to express a contradiction, meaning that the result or situation is contrary to what was expected. It is often used when the speaker feels dissatisfaction or surprise.
Examples
一生懸命働いたのに、昇進しなかった。Even though I worked hard, I didn’t get promoted.
毎日運動してるのに、体重が減らない。Even though I exercise every day, I’m not losing weight.
安いと思ったのに、高かった。Even though I thought it was cheap, it was expensive.
早く寝たのに、まだ眠い。Even though I went to bed early, I’m still sleepy.
たくさん勉強したのに、テストの点数が悪かった。Even though I studied a lot, my test scores were bad.
Relation
Onigiri Japanese Learning
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