GRAMMAR DETAIL
ものがある
Indicates a striking quality or impression in something that is difficult to express fully in words.
Examples
彼女の演奏には、聴く人の心を動かすものがある。
There is something about her performance that moves those who hear it.
Words used
彼の文章には人を引きつけるものがある。
There is something about his writing that draws people in.
Words used
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
ものがあるafter a clause describing a quality expresses a striking aspect or force perceived in something. - Basic usage:
彼の文章には人を引きつけるものがある。says there is a compelling quality in his writing.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Where the quality resides versus who it affects
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演奏には、聴く人の心を動かすものがある, the performance holds the quality and the listeners' hearts are affected by it. Hereものrefers to the moving quality of the performance rather than a separate countable object.
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