Verb るときに

N4

Verb るときに

Verb ~ru toki ni

When doing something

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Explanation

The ～るときに grammar point is used to indicate the time when a certain action or event happens. It can be translated as 'when' or 'at the time' in English.

Structure

Pattern
Verb-る + ときに
VerbThe verb in its dictionary form.
Examples: 見る (miru), 寝る (neru)
ときIndicates a specific time or occasion.
Examples:
にA particle that indicates timing in this context.
Examples:

Examples

Example 1
映画を見るときに、ポップコーンを食べます。
Eiga wo miru toki ni, poppukoon wo tabemasu.
When I watch a movie, I eat popcorn.
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Example 2
寝るときに、部屋の電気を消します。
Neru toki ni, heya no denki wo keshimasu.
When I go to bed, I turn off the room lights.
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Example 3
運動するときに、水分補給が大切です。
Undou suru toki ni, suibun hokyuu ga taisetsu desu.
When exercising, it's important to stay hydrated.
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Example 4
旅行するときに、カメラを持っていくことが好きです。
Ryokou suru toki ni, kamera wo motteiku koto ga suki desu.
When I travel, I like to bring a camera.
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