というものだ
Meanings
- a strong assertion about how things are
- a general statement or conclusion about a situation
- a moral or normative claim about behavior
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Explanation
というものだ is used to state a firm opinion, general truth, or normative conclusion about a situation. It carries a sense of “this is how it is/should be” and can express speaker’s conviction, criticism, or a general rule. It’s often used after a plain form statement to emphasize the speaker’s stance rather than merely describing the fact. Note that it can sound strong or formal, so it’s common in essays, opinion pieces, or reflective speech rather than casual conversation.
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Example sentences
If you study Japanese, your conversation will become natural.
People will surely grow if they keep making an effort.
Children should listen to their parents without resistance.
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