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JLPT N3 Grammar Point: 〜たびに

JLPT N3

This JLPT N3 grammar point explains how to use 〜たびに correctly, with formation rules and example sentences.

Pattern

Explanation

Indicates that whenever one event occurs, another event always happens. Used to emphasize repeated occurrences.

Usage

Used to highlight the repeated nature of an action or occurrence each time a certain situation happens. Not used for everyday or naturally expected things.

Formation

Attach to the dictionary form of verbs or to nouns followed by の.

Examples

この橋を渡るたびに、子どもの頃の思い出がよみがえる。

このはしをわたるたびに、こどものころのおもいでがよみがえる。

Every time I cross this bridge, childhood memories come back to me.

彼と話すたびに、新しい発見がある。

かれとはなすたびに、あたらしいはっけんがある。

Every time I talk with him, I discover something new.

大会のたびに、この町には多くの観光客が訪れる。

たいかいのたびに、このまちにはおおくのかんこうきゃくがおとずれる。

Every time a tournament is held, many tourists visit this town.

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