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Both A and B (evaluation)
Definition
The grammar pattern "名詞+といい(名詞+といい)" is used to describe or evaluate something by citing two illustrative aspects. It usually carries the speaker's assessment (positive or negative) of the whole object. This pattern is often used in addition and exclusion contexts, where the speaker is weighing the pros and cons of a particular situation or object. The two aspects being evaluated can be either positive or negative, and the speaker's assessment is often implicit in the context. For example, "このマンションは、立地いい設備いい申し分ない" implies that the speaker thinks the location and facilities of the apartment are both good, but there's nothing to complain about. In contrast, "あの歌手は、歌唱力いいルックスいい抜群だ" suggests that the singer's singing ability and physical appearance are both exceptional.
Structure
| Form | Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal form | 名詞1+といい(名詞2+といい) | このマンションは、立地いい設備いい申し分ない |
| Nominal form | 名詞+といい(名詞+といい) | あの歌手は、歌唱力いいルックスいい抜群だ |
| Nominal form | 名詞+といい(名詞+といい) | 色いい形いい、このカバンは私の好みにぴったりだ |
Examples
このマンションは、立地いい設備いい申し分ない。
Kono manshon wa, tachii ii sekitii ii moshibun nai.
This apartment has a good location and good facilities, and there's nothing to complain about.
このマンションは、立地いい設備いい申し分ない。 (This apartment has a good location and good facilities, and there's nothing to complain about.)
あの歌手は、歌唱力いいルックスいい抜群だ。
Ano utagoe wa, utagae ii rukoosu ii natsukunda.
That singer has an exceptional singing ability and physical appearance.
あの歌手は、歌唱力いいルックスいい抜群だ。 (That singer has an exceptional singing ability and physical appearance.)
色いい形いい、このカバンは私の好みにぴったりだ。
Iro ii kae ii, kono kabaa wa watashi no konomi ni pitto rida.
The color and shape of this bag are both perfect for my taste.
色いい形いい、このカバンは私の好みにぴったりだ。 (The color and shape of this bag are both perfect for my taste.)
Context
This pattern is used in addition and exclusion contexts to describe or evaluate something by citing two illustrative aspects. It is often used in formal or polite language. The speaker's assessment is usually implicit in the context, so the listener needs to infer the speaker's opinion based on the two aspects being evaluated. This pattern is similar to "~といわず~といわず", but the latter means 'everything/everywhere'.
Watch out
This pattern is often used in addition and exclusion contexts, so it's essential to use it only when evaluating or describing something.
The two patterns have different meanings and usage, so it's crucial to understand the difference.
The speaker's assessment is usually implicit in the context, so it's essential to ensure that the two aspects being evaluated match the speaker's opinion.
Strategy
When using this pattern in the JLPT exam, make sure to understand the context and the speaker's assessment. Pay attention to the two aspects being evaluated and ensure that they match the speaker's opinion. This pattern is often used in formal or polite language, so be careful with the vocabulary and grammar.
In context
Worked examples drawn from JLPT N1 test-style questions. Each sentence shows 名詞+といい(名詞+といい) used correctly, with a brief note on what the pattern is doing.
このマンションは、立地といい/といい設備______申し分ない。
Pattern used: といい/といい
‘To ii... to ii’ evaluates the apartment based on its location and facilities.
あの歌手は、歌唱力といい/といいルックス______抜群だ。
Pattern used: といい/といい
The speaker is evaluating the singer's overall appeal by highlighting both singing ability and looks.
色といい/といい形______、このカバンは私の好みにぴったりだ。
Pattern used: といい/といい
‘To ii... to ii’ is used here to evaluate the bag from multiple perspectives (color and shape).
Interactive
このマンションは、立地______設備______申し分ない。
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