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Grammar N2〜と言えば

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〜と言えば
Picks up a word just mentioned and develops it: 'speaking of ...'. Used to introduce a typical association or to change topic naturally; neutral register.
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  1. 京都と言えば、やはり紅葉が有名だ。
    きょうとといえば、やはりこうようがゆうめいだ。
    Speaking of Kyoto, the autumn leaves are what it's famous for.
  2. 夏と言えば花火大会を思い出す。
    なつといえばはなびたいかいをおもいだす。
    Speaking of summer, I think of fireworks festivals.
  3. 田中さんと言えば、最近見かけませんね。
    たなかさんといえば、さいきんみかけませんね。
    Speaking of Mr. Tanaka, I haven't seen him lately.
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