N1 Grammar ⑨　とあって / とあれば

Given that / if it is the case that — special circumstances

'Because it was the year-end sale, the store was packed.' 'If it is for my child, I will do anything.' — とあって explains a notable situation; とあれば hypothesizes one.

What you'll learn

• とあって: 'given that / because it is ~' — notable situation causes a natural result
• とあれば: 'if it is the case that ~' — hypothetical special situation requiring action
• とあって = confirmed current situation. とあれば = hypothetical (not yet certain).
• Formal — frequent in business writing and news articles

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