次第だ・次第で
Meanings
- depends on it
- depends on the circumstances
- as a result, depending on
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Explanation
次第だ and 次第で express that the outcome, decision, or situation hinges on a preceding factor or condition. The speaker emphasizes that the result is not fixed and will change depending on the mentioned element (e.g., preparation, weather, effort). It is common to state a simple fact with 次第だ, or to link a condition with 次第で to describe how the result changes under that condition. Use with nouns (like 状況, 天気, 準備) or with a noun referring to a factor; the second form often precedes a verb to show the resulting action depends on that factor.
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Example sentences
The result depends on the preparation.
Whether tomorrow's event will be postponed depends on the weather.
Success depends on your effort.
His reply depends on his mood.
We will decide the travel plans depending on the budget.
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