Meaning
Adds another reason, fact, or characteristic to what was just said.
Formation
- It opens the second sentence and adds a reason of the same kind
When to use it
- Core use
- What is more, another point
Examples
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この店は安いです。それに駅から近いです
This shop is inexpensive. Moreover, it is close to the station.
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彼は親切です。それに説明も上手です
He is kind. In addition, he explains things well.
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このカフェはコーヒーがおいしいです。それに音楽も静かです
This café has good coffee. In addition, the music is quiet.
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このコートは暖かいです。それにとても軽いです
This coat is warm. It is also very light.
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沖縄は海がきれいです。それに料理もおいしいです
Okinawa has beautiful seas. The food is also delicious.
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山田先生の説明は分かりやすいです。それに質問にも親切に答えてくれます
Mr. Yamada's explanations are easy to understand. He also answers questions kindly.
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この部屋は家賃が安いです。それに小さい庭もあります
This apartment has low rent. It also has a small garden.
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祭りでは踊りが見られます。それに夜は花火も上がります
You can see dancing at the festival. There are also fireworks at night.
12 more examples
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うちの犬は頭がいいです。それにとても元気です
Our dog is smart. It is also very energetic.
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この絵本は話がおもしろいです。それに絵もきれいです
This picture book has a fun story. Its illustrations are also beautiful.
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このレストランは安いです。それに料理がおいしいです
This restaurant is cheap. Besides, the food is good.
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このホテルは静かです。それに駅から近いです
This hotel is quiet. Besides, it is close to the station.
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このかばんは軽いです。それに丈夫です
This bag is light. Besides, it is sturdy.
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この図書館は広いです。それに本が多いです
This library is spacious. Besides, it has many books.
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新しい先生は親切です。それに説明が分かりやすいです
The new teacher is kind. Besides, the explanations are clear.
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このアプリは便利です。それに無料です
This app is convenient. Besides, it is free.
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この靴は柔らかいです。それに歩きやすいです
This footwear is soft. Besides, it is easy to walk in.
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この部屋は明るいです。それに暖かいです
This room is bright. Besides, it is warm.
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この公園はきれいです。それに遊ぶ場所も多いです
This park is beautiful. Besides, it has many places to play.
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この自転車は新しいです。それに色もきれいです
This bicycle is new. Besides, its colour is nice too.
Important notes
- それに adds another point supporting the same description or argument.
Common mistakes
- It is not a cause-result connector: therefore is usually それで or だから.
Check yourself
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