に代わって
Meanings
- In place of
- On behalf of
- To succeed
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Explanation
に代わって is used when someone or something acts in place of another person or thing, often due to absence, unavailability, or succession. It emphasizes that the replacement takes over duties, rights, or roles from the original holder. It can refer to a temporary substitution (on behalf of someone) or a more formal succession (taking over a role or position).
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Example sentences
Since he is absent, I will greet on behalf of the president.
I will present this research on behalf of my senior.
The new person in charge took over the duties in place of the previous one.
A new king ascended to the throne, succeeding the previous king.
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