Japanese

とうぜん
Meaning: natural; as a matter of course; justified
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun, Adverb

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Handwriting

当
然

Example sentences

It is only natural that effort leads to success.
親の立場からすると、子供の将来が心配なのは当然だ。
From a parent's standpoint, it's natural to worry about a child's future.
夫婦で価値観が違うのは当然のことだ。
It is natural for a married couple to have different values.
彼は努力を怠った。されば、試験に落ちたのも当然だ。
He neglected his efforts. Therefore, it's only natural that he failed the exam.
自分のわが子が一番可愛いと思うのは、親として当然のことだ。
It is only natural for a parent to think their own child is the cutest.

Usage Notes

Used when something is logical, reasonable, or expected based on common sense or rules.

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