あっての
Meanings
- Exist only because of
- Owe everything to
- Be possible/ meaningful only with
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Explanation
あっての is used to credit or highlight that something exists, succeeds, or is meaningful precisely because of a preceding noun or circumstance. It emphasizes that the current state or success is built on that antecedent, and without it, the outcome wouldn’t be the same. It often carries a sense of gratitude or acknowledgment to what ‘made’ the situation possible, and is commonly used in contexts like business, achievement, or lasting relationships.
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Example sentences
This achievement is thanks to everyone's cooperation.
Her success is due to her hard work.
The accuracy comes from long experience.
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