とのことだ
It is said that; I heard that.
This grammar point is used to convey information that someone else has said or reported, often adding a sense of reliability to the information.
Meaning
This grammar point is used to convey information that someone else has said or reported, often adding a sense of reliability to the information.
Formation
Explanation
とのことだ is a phrase used in Japanese to relay information that one has not directly witnessed or confirmed, but was told by someone else. This often adds a level of credibility or authority to the statement being made.
It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts and is a way to relay news or information shared by others. This structure can also imply a level of uncertainty about the information being conveyed, highlighting that it is secondhand.
- When relaying news or information
- When quoting someone else
- For both formal and casual conversations