において

に 於 いて

Common word

  1. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)

    at (a time or place), in, on
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 古代において塩は希少で貴重な商品であった。
      Salt was a rare and costly commodity in ancient times.

  2. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)

    in (a situation, matter, etc.), on (a point), when it comes to, regarding, with respect to, in (terms of), as to, as for
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 英語は商業において役に立つ。
      English is useful in commerce.
    • この服は品質においてあの服よりもずっと優れていると思う。
      I think this suit is much superior to that one in quality.

  3. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)

    on the part of, under the authority of, in the name of
    word usually written using kana alone