とあって (toatte)

Meaning & usage

とあって presents a special circumstance as the reason for a situation, carrying a nuance that the situation is unusual or noteworthy. It follows a plain-form clause, typically ending in a verb or i-adjective, and the tone is somewhat written or formal.

Example sentences 3

1. 老人ろうじんのための国立こくりつの病院びょういんがもっとあってしかるべきだ。

   There should be more national hospitals for old people.

2. 彼は金がうんとあって使えない。

   He has more money than he can use.

3. 彼女の帽子は靴とあっている。

   Her hat matches her shoes.