Verb[て]・Noun[で] + B
Meanings
- by means of
- with
- using
- by doing with
About this pattern
Explanation
This pattern describes the means or method used to perform an action in B. It answers ‘how’ or ‘with what’ something is done. The verb in its て-form or the noun followed by で marks the instrument or method, and B is the resulting action or state.
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Example sentences
Press the button to open the menu.
Write characters neatly with a pen.
Draw a map with a pencil.
Cut the paper with scissors.
Take photos with a smartphone.
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