Explanation
Expressing 'about', 'concerning', or 'regarding'.
Formation
Noun + について
Detailed explanation
The ～について grammar point is used to express 'about', 'concerning', or 'regarding' a certain topic or subject. It is often used in both casual and formal contexts. The formation is simple – just add について after the noun that represents the topic you are discussing.
Examples
日本の文化について学びたいです。
Nihon no bunka ni tsuite manabitai desu.
I want to learn about Japanese culture.
彼の意見について話し合いましょう。
Kare no iken ni tsuite hanashiaimashou.
Let's discuss his opinion.
この問題について詳しく教えてください。
Kono mondai ni tsuite kuwashiku oshiete kudasai.
Please explain this issue in detail.
子供たちの教育について考えなければなりません。
Kodomo-tachi no kyouiku ni tsuite kangaenakereba narimasen.
We have to think about the children's education.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.