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そのような
sono yōna
such
そのような考え方は間違っている
That way of thinking is wrong
formalinformal
Used to refer to something previously mentioned or implied, similar to 'such' or 'that kind of' in English
そのような問題はよくある
Such problems often occur
そのような人と付き合いたくない
I don't want to be with someone like that
Often used to refer back to a specific example or type mentioned earlier in the conversation
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Avoiding Repetition
Use そのような to refer back to a previously mentioned idea without repeating it word for word.
Gold Rule
Reference Context
Always ensure that そのような refers to something that has been previously mentioned or is clearly understood from context.
Word Origin
Combination of その (that) + ような (like, similar to)
Usage Notes
Often used to avoid repetition by referring back to something previously mentioned. Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
その
that
demonstrativeような
like, similar to
suffix和英辞典