N1102/186

折には

Noun + の折にはその折には折には + clause

Meanings

  • on that occasion
  • at that time
  • during the occasion
  • when the opportunity arises

About this pattern

Explanation

折には is a formal, literary way to refer to a specific occasion or moment. It marks the time frame for what follows and is often used in writing, speeches, or polite conversation. The pattern typically attaches to a noun phrase (Xの折には) to indicate “on that occasion of X,” or uses 折には by itself to introduce a statement about what should be done, what happens, or what is customary at that particular time. Note that it has a slightly old-fashioned or formal nuance compared to more everyday phrases like その時 or その折、 and is commonly found in written Japanese or formal speech.

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Example sentences

結婚式の折には、どうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

On the occasion of the wedding, please accept my best regards.

引越しの折には、手伝ってくれてありがとう。

Thank you for helping me during the move.

大事件が起きた折には、すぐに知らせてください。

When a major incident occurs, please inform me immediately.