Meaning
This grammar pattern expresses the relationship between Noun 1 and Noun 2. Noun 1 is the essential condition for Noun 2 — it is precisely because Noun 1 exists that Noun 2 can exist. Without Noun 1, there would be no Noun 2.
Formation
| Part of speech | Formation |
|---|---|
| Noun 1 + あっての + Noun 2 |
Examples
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この企画が成功したのは、皆様の協力あってのことです。
The success of this project is entirely thanks to everyone's cooperation. -
皆様の応援あっての優勝です。本当にありがとうございました。これからも応援お願いします。
This championship victory is only possible because of your support. Thank you so much. Please continue to cheer for us. -
弊社はユーザーの評判あっての商売なので、意見や要望のメールにはすべて返信するようにしています。
Our business depends on user feedback, so we make sure to reply to all emails with opinions and requests. -
彼の成績が常にトップなのは、日々の努力あってのものだろう。
His consistently top grades are surely thanks to his daily effort. -
健康あっての人生なので、仕事がどんなに忙しくても、普段の食事から栄養はしっかり摂りましょう。
Life is only possible with good health, so no matter how busy work gets, make sure to get proper nutrition from your daily meals.
Summary
- 「〜あっての」means "only because of ~, thanks to ~"
- Attaches to nouns