Meaning
This grammar pattern indicates that something is the center point or subject of discussion, debate, or conflict. It's primarily used when describing controversies, disputes, or arguments that revolve around a specific matter. The pattern has three forms: をめぐって and をめぐり appear in the middle of sentences, while をめぐる modifies nouns that follow it. This is formal, written language.
Formation
| Part of speech | Formation |
|---|---|
| 名词 | をめぐって／をめぐり／をめぐる |
Examples
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その法案をめぐって多くの論争があった。
There were many controversies concerning that bill. -
土地の所有権をめぐって両家の争いが続いている。
The dispute between the two families continues over the ownership of the land. -
国会では、環境法案をめぐり、与党の間で激しい議論が起こった。
In the Diet, intense debate arose among the ruling party members regarding the environmental bill. -
少子化をめぐる問題が今後日本経済にどのような影響を与えていくか注視していく必要がある。
We need to monitor how the issues surrounding the declining birthrate will affect the Japanese economy going forward.
Summary
- Used to express disputes, controversies, or conflicts centered around a specific topic
- Three forms available: をめぐって/をめぐり (midsentence), をめぐる (modifies nouns)
- Formal, written language typically found in news, academic, and official contexts