Complex Sentences Lesson 4
Master the N2 grammar points 〜につれて and 〜に伴って, used to describe simultaneous changes or developments.
Observing Change
In life, we often notice that as one thing changes, another thing inevitably follows. Perhaps as you get older, your perspective on life shifts, or as a city grows, the cost of living rises.
The Grammar of Change
Both 〜につれて and 〜に伴って describe a situation where one change triggers or accompanies another.
Tip
Seeing it in Action
Observe how these patterns link two evolving states.
試験が近づくにつれて、緊張が高まってきた。
As the exam approaches, my nervousness has increased.
時代の変化に伴って、人々の価値観も変わる。
Along with changes in the era, people's values also change.
気温が上がるにつれて、冷たい飲み物が売れる。
As the temperature rises, cold drinks sell better.
人口が増える【につれて】、ゴミの問題が深刻になった。
Hint: Use the grammar point learned in this lesson.
As the population increases, the trash problem has become serious.
Nuance and Usage
While similar, there are subtle differences in how these are used.
Nuance Comparison
〜につれて
Focuses on the progression of change over time.
年をとるにつれて体力が落ちる。
〜に伴って
Focuses on the direct correlation or 'concomitant' nature of the change.
増税に伴って価格が上がる。
Which of these is more appropriate for a formal business report?
- 〜につれて
- ✓ 〜に伴って
〜に伴って is slightly more formal and often used in official or business contexts to describe direct correlations.
Advanced Usage
A closer look at constraints.
Lesson Summary
You have learned how to express simultaneous change using 〜につれて and 〜に伴って. Remember to use these for progressive developments in formal writing.