とあれば

JLPT Level: N1
Meanings

If there is/are; if it is the case that; provided that; as (you wish)

Usage

Noun + とあれば

Clause + とあれば

Explanation
とあれば is a strong, emphatic conditional. It is used when the speaker asserts that if a particular situation or condition exists, then a definite consequence or course of action follows. The nuance is more forceful than a simple と or ば conditional, often implying inevitability or a strong stance based on that condition. It can express determination, readiness to act, or resignation depending on the following clause. Typical contexts include discussing obligations, necessary conditions for plans, or hypothetical scenarios with a clear, resolved response once the condition holds. Note that the condition can be a noun phrase or a clause, but the following result clause is usually a statement about what will be done or what would be the outcome in that situation.
こんな大雨が降るとあれば、試合は中止だ。
こんなおおあめがふるとあれば、しあいはちゅうしだ。

If it rains this heavily, the game will be canceled.

彼女が来るとあれば、私も計画を変更します。
かのじょがくるとあれば、わたしもけいかくをへんこうします。

If she is coming, I will also change the plans.

その資金が確保できるとあれば、プロジェクトを来月着手します。
そのしきんがかくほできるとあれば、プロジェクトをらいげつちゃくしゅします。

If that funding can be secured, we will start the project next month.