Explanation
Expresses that ever since a certain event happened, a condition has continued until now.
Formation
Verb-て form + からというもの
Detailed explanation
The てからというもの grammar point indicates that from the time a certain action happened, a significant change or condition has persisted continuously. It emphasizes that the new situation contrasts with what came before.
Examples
Kanojo to wakarete kara to iu mono, hitori de sugosu jikan ga fuemashita.
Ever since I broke up with her, I've spent more time alone.
Kodomo ga umarete kara to iu mono, jiyū na jikan ga nakunatta.
Since the baby was born, I have had no free time.
Atarashii shigoto o hajimete kara to iu mono, mainichi isogashiku narimashita.
Ever since I started my new job, I've been busy every day.
Daigaku ni haitte kara to iu mono, supōtsu o suru jikan ga nakunatta.
I haven’t had time to play sports since I entered university.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.