ところ (tokoro)

Meaning & usage

When; then | A dependent noun which is used to express the idea that when someone did something, something took place as the result.

Example sentences 7

1. これまでに書いた論文を本にしたところ、意外によく売れた。

   When I published a book of the papers that I had written (literally: till this time), it sold unexpectedly well.

2. その仕事に興味のある旨、手紙を出したところ、すぐに 面接めんせつをしたいとの返事があった。

   When I wrote to them saying that I was interested in the job, I got a letter immediately saying they wanted to interview me.

3. 人に勧められてヨガを始めたところ、非常に効果があることが分かった。

   I started yoga because someone recommended it; then, I realised it had a great effect.

4. 先生に相談したところ、ぜひ大学院に行くよう進められた。

   When I consulted with my teacher, he strongly advised me to go to graduate school.

5. 冗談のつもりで言ったところ、思わぬ 結果けっかになって驚いている。

   I'm surprised that what I said as a joke had unexpected consequences (literally: that when I said it as a joke, it brought about an unexpected result).

6. 友達に話したところ、しばらく考えさせて欲しいと言った。

   When I told one of my friends (about that), he said he would like me to let him think (about it) for a while.

7. 部長に頼んでみたところ、喜んで引き受けてくれた。

   When I asked my boss (literally: department chief), he was glad to do it.