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て当然だ

Vて当然だい-adjective くて当然だな-adjective で当然だNoun + で当然だ

Meanings

  • natural
  • as a matter of course
  • of course
  • naturally expected

About this pattern

Explanation

The phrase て当然だ expresses that something is natural, obvious, or to be expected in a given situation. It emphasizes that a certain action or state should occur as a matter of course, often implying that not doing so would be unusual or inappropriate. It can carry a neutral or mildly assertive tone, and can sound judgmental or confident depending on context and delivery.

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Example sentences

約束を守って当然だ。

It's natural to keep one's promises.

規則を守って当然だ。

It's natural to follow the rules.

子どもに嘘をつくなんて、許されて当然だ。

Lying to a child is something that would naturally be forgiven.

彼は約束を守って当然だ。

He should keep his promises; it's natural for him to do so.

遅刻しては困る。遅刻して当然だ。

Being late causes trouble; it’s natural to not be late.