Explanation
Expresses the idea of 'through' or 'via'; going through some process or phase.
Formation
Noun + を経て
Detailed explanation
The を経て grammar point is used to express the concept of going through some process, phase, place, or period of time as a means of achieving something or reaching some end point. It can be literally translated as 'through' or 'via' in English, and can be used both literally and metaphorically.
Examples
Kare wa kurō o hete seikō o te ni ireta.
He achieved success through hardships.
Kanojo wa Nyūyōku o hete Nihon ni kikoku shita.
She returned to Japan via New York.
Watashitachi wa nagai giron o hete kettei o kudashita.
We made a decision through a long discussion.
Ōku no shuren o hete, kare wa tatsujin no reberu ni natta.
Through a lot of training, he reached a master's level.
Practice
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