N323/219

Particle + の

Particle + の (nominalizer/connector)Noun + の + Noun (possession/nominalization)

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

About this pattern

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.

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Example sentences

彼が来るのを待っている。

I’m waiting for him to come.

雨が降るのに、出かけるつもりだ。

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。

She likes studying Japanese.