Based on N

This structure indicates that the first noun is essential for the second noun's existence or quality, often used in a formal or literary context.

Examples

• 父がいての私です。

  I am who I am because of my father.

• チームの努力あっての勝利です。

  The victory is a result of the team's effort.

• 彼女の支えがあっての成功だ。

  Her support was essential for my success.

Quick check

More N1 grammar

• In the context of / In light of

  N + にあって(は)

• Regardless of N

  N + いかんによらず

• As soon as V

  V-る + が早いか

• Once V, then...

  V-る + が最後

• Alongside V/N

  V-る/N の + かたわら

• Tendency of V/N

  V-る/N の + きらいがある