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Kotomora

さればこそ

Meanings

1

expression

for that very reason; that is exactly why

usually written using kana alone

Emphasizes that a preceding statement is the precise reason for the following result. Often used in formal or literary contexts.

2

expression

as expected; just as one thought; sure enough

usually written using kana alone

Used when a result confirms what was previously thought or predicted. Slightly old-fashioned; modern Japanese often uses やはり or 思った通り.