～につれて (〜ni tsurete)
Explanation
Expresses the idea that as one thing changes, so does another; 'as', 'along with', 'while'.
Formation
Verb (dictionary form) + につれて, Noun + につれて
Detailed Explanation
The ～につれて grammar point is used to express the idea that as one thing changes or progresses, another thing changes or progresses simultaneously. In English, it can be translated as 'as', 'along with', or 'while'.
Examples
年を取るにつれて、健康に気をつけなければなりません。
Toshi wo toru ni tsurete, kenkou ni ki wo tsukenakereba narimasen.
As you get older, you have to pay more attention to your health.
春が近づくにつれて、気温が上がる。
Haru ga chikazuku ni tsurete, kion ga agaru.
As spring approaches, the temperature rises.
勉強するにつれて、だんだん分かるようになる。
Benkyou suru ni tsurete, dandan wakaru you ni naru.
As I study, I gradually come to understand.
経験が増えるにつれて、自信もついてくる。
Keiken ga fueru ni tsurete, jishin mo tsuite kuru.
As your experience increases, so does your confidence.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.