さすが
JLPT Level: N2
Meanings
as expected
naturally; unsurprisingly
that is just like; typical of
even (though)
Usage
さすが
Noun + の + さすがの + N
さすがに + Verb/Adj
さすがの + N + の + N/A
さすがに + sentence
Explanation
さすが expresses that something lives up to high expectations or embodies a typical or exemplary quality. It adds a sense of admiration or inevitability that aligns with the speaker’s expectations. It can refer to people, things, or situations, often followed by a judgment that confirms the speaker’s belief, sometimes with a nuance of “even…,” indicating that even the impressive standard holds true.
さすが日本の電車は時間に正確だ。
さすがにほんのでんしゃはじかんにせいかくだ。
As expected, Japan's trains are punctual.
さすがの彼でもその難問は解けなかった。
さすがのかれでもそのなんもんはとけなかった。
Even someone as capable as him couldn't solve that hard problem.
さすがに今日はもう遅い。
さすがにきょうはもうおそい。
It's getting late today, after all.
彼女はさすがのプロの落ち着きだ。
かのじょはさすがのプロのおちつきだ。
She has the calm of a true professional.
さすがに彼は諦めた。
さすがにかれはあきらめた。
Even he gave up.