〜をたてに
- Pattern
- 〜をたてに
- Level
- N2
- Reading
- をたてに
- Meaning
- using as an excuse / pretext
- Attaches to
- Noun (status/excuse) + をたてに
- Nuance & register
Has a strong negative connotation regarding someone abusing their position or a pretext.
- Example
彼は先輩の立場をたてに、後輩に無理な仕事を押しつけた。
- Easily confused with
〜を口実に