Translation guide
The English phrase 'with this' can function as a prepositional phrase indicating accompaniment, means, or manner, or as a discourse connector meaning 'along with this' or 'hereby'. In Japanese, the translation depends heavily on the intended meaning and context. Direct word-for-word translation is often unnatural.
with this (means)
with this (together)
Expressing that something is done or happens together with the thing just mentioned.
Indicating the tool, method, or means by which something is done.
The most common way to say 'with this' meaning 'by means of this' or 'using this'. Covers tools, methods, and abstract means.
Describing the manner or style in which something is done.
Means 'in this way' or 'like this'. Used to describe manner or to give examples.
Introducing an additional action or consequence that accompanies the current topic.
Indicating that someone possesses or is characterized by the thing mentioned.
Conditional form meaning 'if you have this' or 'with this (available)'. Natural for expressing possession as a condition.
The English phrase 'with this' rarely translates directly as a single Japanese word. Always consider the function: accompaniment, means, manner, etc. Using これと (kore to) alone is incomplete and unnatural.
Both mean 'using this', but これで is more common and concise. これを使って is slightly more explicit and conversational. In formal writing, これにより is preferred for 'by this means'.
Along with this certificate, we present a commemorative gift.
With this, the problem will be solved.
Turn off the power with this button.
More explicit 'using this'. Slightly more conversational than これで.
You can open the box with this.
Formal/written expression meaning 'by this' or 'hereby'. Common in official documents.
Hereby, the contract is terminated.
Please operate it like this.
More casual/conversational 'in this way'. Often used in spoken Japanese.
It's easy if you do it like this.
With the introduction of the new system, procedures will change.
Means 'at the same time as that' or 'along with that'. Slightly less formal than に伴い.
The price dropped, and with that, the quality also improved.
With this, you can travel alone.
Literally 'holding this', but can mean 'with this (in hand)'. More physical.
Please attend the meeting with this.