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N3
〜としたら/〜とすれば/〜とすると
Meaning
Expresses assuming a matter to be true and then stating the conclusion that follows from that case. It draws out a result from an assumption, in the sense of "if that were so, then naturally this follows." "〜とすると" is also used when naturally proceeding from a premise.
Examples
- この話が本当だとしたら、大変なことだ If this story is true, it is a serious matter.
- 彼が犯人だとすれば、動機は何だろう If he is the culprit, what would the motive be?
- 全員が参加するとすると、会場が足りない If everyone participates, the venue will not be large enough.
- 明日が雨だとしたら、予定を変更しよう If tomorrow is rainy, let us change the schedule.