# のももっともだ: no wonder; only natural > Learn how to use のももっともだ, a JLPT N2 Japanese grammar point meaning no wonder; only natural, with structure, nuance, examples, mistakes, and comparisons. JLPT level: N2 · Updated: 2026-05-06 · Canonical: https://hane-app.com/blog/n2-no-mo-motto-mo-da/ **のももっともだ** means **no wonder; only natural**. It is a **JLPT N2** Japanese grammar pattern used to **say someone's reaction or a result is understandable**. This grammar point often appears in advanced reading, formal writing, notices, essays, and careful conversation. If you want to read Japanese with more nuance, **のももっともだ** is a useful pattern to learn because it shows the speaker's logic, stance, or emphasis. ## What does のももっともだ mean? Use **のももっともだ** when you want to **say someone's reaction or a result is understandable**. Natural translations include: - no wonder; only natural - depending on context - in a way that matches the speaker's emphasis The best translation depends on the sentence. Focus first on what relationship the pattern creates between the ideas. ## How to form のももっともだ Plain form + のももっともだ Examples of the pattern: - 彼が怒るのももっともだ。 - あれだけ練習したのだから - 説明が足りなかったので In JLPT questions, pay close attention to the word immediately before the grammar point. Many wrong answers use a similar meaning but attach to the wrong form. ## When is のももっともだ used? Use **のももっともだ** in situations like: - reading formal explanations, announcements, or essays - making a point more precise than a basic grammar pattern would - connecting two ideas with a clear nuance Tone and register: - usually neutral to formal - common in JLPT N2 reading passages, news, notices, and business-like writing ## のももっともだ example sentences - 彼が怒るのももっともだ。 — It is no wonder he is angry. - あれだけ練習したのだから、合格したのももっともだ。 — Since she practiced that much, it is only natural that she passed. - 説明が足りなかったので、誤解されたのももっともだ。 — Because the explanation was insufficient, it is no wonder there was a misunderstanding. - 毎日残業しているなら、疲れるのももっともだ。 — If you work overtime every day, it is only natural to be tired. - 突然中止になったのだから、みんなが困るのももっともだ。 — Since it was suddenly canceled, it is no wonder everyone is troubled. After reading each sentence, ask what job **のももっともだ** is doing. Is it limiting, adding, conceding, asserting, or describing a condition? That habit makes the nuance easier to remember than a single English translation. ## Nuance of のももっともだ The key nuance is **say someone's reaction or a result is understandable**. This matters because N2 grammar often overlaps with easier expressions. The advanced pattern usually adds formality, emphasis, restriction, or a stronger logical relationship. For example: - In formal writing, **のももっともだ** often sounds more precise than a casual equivalent. - Compared with **のは当然だ**, it has a different tone or scope even when the English translation looks similar. ## のももっともだ vs のは当然だ Both **のももっともだ** and **のは当然だ** can express related ideas, but they are different. **のももっともだ**: - fits the N2 nuance explained above - often sounds more specific, formal, or emphatic **のは当然だ**: - is usually broader, simpler, or used in a different register - may be better in casual conversation depending on the sentence Quick contrast examples: - 彼が怒るのももっともだ。 - Try rewriting the sentence with **のは当然だ** and notice whether the tone or meaning changes. ## Common mistakes with のももっともだ Watch out for these mistakes: - Translating it too literally and missing the function in context - Confusing it with **のは当然だ** just because the English translation overlaps - Using it in casual speech when a simpler pattern would sound more natural A helpful practice method is to write one sentence with **のももっともだ**, then compare it with a related grammar point. Explain the difference in your own words. ## Is のももっともだ on the JLPT? Yes. **のももっともだ** is commonly taught as **JLPT N2** grammar. That means learners should be able to: - recognize it in reading - understand its nuance in context - use it in simple original sentences For test preparation, study the grammar point in full sentences. JLPT questions usually test context, not dictionary translation alone. ## Practice questions for のももっともだ Try making your own sentences with these prompts: - Write one sentence that clearly needs **のももっともだ**. - Write a second sentence with **のは当然だ** and compare the nuance. - Find a notice, article, or dialogue where this kind of meaning would be natural. ## Learning path for のももっともだ To learn **のももっともだ** efficiently, follow a path that matches this pattern's real function. 1. First review the formation so the base structure feels natural. 2. Then compare **のももっともだ** with **のは当然だ** and the related lessons below. These recommendations are chosen from similar semantic or structural families. 3. Finally, write your own sentence where the context makes **のももっともだ** necessary. ## Related grammar to review next - [n2 mo touzen da](/blog/n2-mo-touzen-da/) — review this next because it is close in meaning, form, or register - [n4 hazu da](/blog/n4-hazu-da/) — review this next because it is close in meaning, form, or register - [n2 koto da](/blog/n2-koto-da/) — review this next because it is close in meaning, form, or register ## Learn のももっともだ with Hane If you want to review **のももっともだ** together with the related patterns above, Hane helps you connect grammar, kanji, and vocabulary in short, focused sessions. Browse more lessons here: - [All grammar lessons](/blog/) - [JLPT N2 grammar lessons](/blog/n2/)