Particle + の
JLPT Level: N3
Meanings
Using の to nominalize or link phrases that include another particle
Combining particles with の to form noun phrases or explanations in casual speech
Usage
Particle + の (nominalizer/connector)
Noun + の + Noun (possession/nominalization)
Explanation
The phrase 'Particle + の' is ambiguous because の generally functions as a nominalizer or possessive marker, but it can also appear in casual speech to connect phrases or emphasize a topic when combined with other particles. Different learners may encounter this in different contexts (e.g., nominalizing a clause that contains a particle, or forming noun phrases that involve の after a prior particle). If you intended a specific sub-point (for example, の used after verbs/adjectives to make a noun clause, or の in quotative/explanatory usage), please provide more detail.
彼が来るのを待っている。
かれがくるのをまっている。
I’m waiting for him to come.
雨が降るのに、出かけるつもりだ。
あめがふるのに、でかけるつもりだ。
Even though it’s going to rain, I intend to go out.
彼女は日本語を勉強するのが好きだ。
かのじょはにほんごをべんきょうするのがすきだ。
She likes studying Japanese.