N3

As soon as

V-ta + とたん

This structure indicates that something happens immediately after another action is completed.

Examples

  • ドアを開けたとたん、犬が飛び込んできた。

    As soon as I opened the door, the dog jumped in.

  • 彼は走り出したとたん、転んでしまった。

    As soon as he started running, he fell over.

  • 電話がかかってきたとたん、彼女は驚いた。

    As soon as the phone rang, she was surprised.

Quick check

ドアを開けた___、犬が飛び込んできた。

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