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3課 形容詞と変化
Adjectives and changes
3課

な-Adjで

接続:な adjective + で
… and…; because… so…. Connects two properties or connects to the next clause.
注意 / Note:で here is the conjunctive form of です, not a location particle.
使い分け / How to choose quickly:Use when: Connect two properties or state a reason using な-adjective
Wonder: Are the two characteristics being described/explained together?
Avoid: Don't confuse this で with place
Tip to remember: な-adjective + で
Check again: If で is preceded by きれい・静か・元気, this is a concatenation
この町は静かで、きれいです。
This town is quiet and beautiful.
このホテルは有名で、にぎやかです。
This hotel is famous and bustling.
田中さんは元気で、親切です。
Mr. Tanaka is healthy and kind.

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