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Grammar list

にあたって

(Niatatte)

on the occasion of / at the time of (formal).

Connection rules

  • V plain non-past + にあたって / にあたり; noun + にあたって / にあたり.
  • Formal / ceremonial register — typical of speeches and formal announcements.
  • Marks significant occasions, not routine ones.

Examples

1.
新年しんねんにあたって挨拶あいさつ申し上もうしあます

Shinnen niatatte, go aisatsu moushiage masu.

On the occasion of the new year, I offer my greetings.

on the occasion of / at the time of (formal)

2.
出発しゅっぱつにあたり準備じゅんびととの

Shuppatsu niatari, junbi o totonoe ta.

In preparation for departure, I made ready.

on the occasion of / at the time of (formal)

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