ならでは(の) (naradeha no)
Something found only in, or possible only with, that particular thing
Meaning & usage
ならでは highlights a quality, ability, or experience that is possible only because of a particular person, place, or thing. It follows a noun directly, as in 田舎ならでは or ベテランならでは, and is often followed by の plus another noun to name the unique feature. It is typically used for positive or valued characteristics rather than negative ones.
Example sentences 8
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観光地では地元ならではのものを食べたい。
I want to eat some local food where we're sightseeing.
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田舎は何かと不便ですが、田舎ならではの良さもたくさんあります。
The countryside is inconvenient, but it has many advantages that you will find nowhere else.
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これはベテランならではの判断だ。
This is a judgment only a veteran could make.
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冬の北海道ならではの景色を見た。
I saw scenery unique to Hokkaido in winter.
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彼女には彼女ならではの魅力がある。
She has a charm that is uniquely her own.
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老舗ならではの味を守り続けている。
They continue to protect the flavor unique to a long-established shop.
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手作りならではの温かさが伝わる。
The warmth unique to handmade things comes through.
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生演奏ならではの迫力を感じた。
I felt the powerful impact possible only with a live performance.
In past JLPT papers
This came up in 5 past exam questions.
And 1 more test.