すなわち
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Adverb used to introduce an explanation, definition, or example. Equivalent to 'i.e.' or 'namely' in English. Example: 『彼は医者、すなわち医療の専門家だ』 (kare wa isha, sunawachi iryou no senmonka da, 'He is a doctor, that is, a medical expert').
Theme
Two colleagues, Ken and User, are discussing a project plan during a meeting at their office in Tokyo.
すなわち
すなわち
that is, namely, e.g.
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
To remember 『すなわち』 (sunawachi, 'that is'), think of 'soon a watch' — when explaining something, you point and say, 'That is...' as if showing a watch to clarify time.
Cultural Note
『すなわち』 (sunawachi, 'that is') is commonly used in academic, legal, or formal writing to introduce definitions or clarifications. It helps make explanations precise and is less frequent in everyday conversation.
Forms
Base: すなわちAdverb used to introduce an explanation, definition, or example. Equivalent to 'i.e.' or 'namely' in English. Example: 『彼は医者、すなわち医療の専門家だ』 (kare wa isha, sunawachi iryou no senmonka da, 'He is a doctor, that is, a medical expert').