傾向がある
Tendency, Trend, Inclination
Structure
［い］Adjective + 傾向
［な］Adjective + な + 傾向
Noun + の + 傾向
(1) Verb［た］
Explanation
傾向がある is a somewhat formal expression used to point out that a particular 'trend' or 'tendency' exists. It is formed by combining the noun 傾向, meaning 'tendency,' with the verb がある, 'to have/there is.' As such, its literal meaning closely mirrors its English equivalent.
Since 傾向 functions as a noun, this grammar pattern can follow verbs, い-Adjectives, な-Adjectives (with な), and other nouns (with の).
- ストレスがたまると、普段より多く食べてしまう傾向がある。When I'm stressed, I tend to eat more than usual.
- 若い人は新しいテクノロジーに詳しい傾向がある。Younger people tend to be knowledgeable about new technology.
- このメーカーの製品は丈夫な傾向がある。Products from this manufacturer have a tendency to be durable.
- 最近の食生活は、健康志向の傾向がある。Recent dietary habits show a trend toward being more health-conscious.
While がある is the most common verb used with 傾向, it is not the only option. The verb が見られる ('a trend can be seen' or 'is observable') is also frequently used to express a similar idea.
- 冬場は、インフルエンザにかかる人が増加する傾向が見られる。During the winter, there's a noticeable trend of more people catching the flu.
It's important to remember that 傾向がある is neutral and can be used to describe trends that are considered either positive or negative in nature.
Caution
傾向がある is generally used for unchanging characteristics or general behaviors. In contrast, 傾向にある places more emphasis on being in the middle of an ongoing process or a developing situation, like a growing trend.
- 現在、円安は加速の傾向にある。Currently, the yen's depreciation is on an accelerating trend. (Ongoing trend)
- この地域の人口は減少する傾向にあるようだ。It seems the population of this area is on a downward trend. (Statistics)
Examples
アンケートによると、若者は高価な物より体験にお金を使う傾向も見られる。
According to the survey, a trend of young people spending money on experiences rather than expensive items can also be seen.
コロナ禍以降、リモートワークを選ぶ人が増える傾向が見られるようになった。
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, this trend of more people choosing to work remotely has become apparent.
地球の平均気温は年々上昇の傾向にある。
The Earth's average temperature has been on an upward trend year after year.
人は疲れている時、簡単な選択肢を選ぶ傾向がある。
When people are tired, they have a tendency to choose the simpler option.
ストレスを感じると、甘いものを食べたくなる傾向がある。
When feeling stressed, people have the tendency to want to eat sweet things.
子供は好きなことには、驚くほどの集中力を見せる傾向が強い。
Children have a strong tendency to show surprising levels of concentration for things they enjoy.
テレビよりも動画配信サービスで番組を見る傾向が続いており、市場は拡大し続けている。
The trend of watching shows on video streaming services rather than on TV continues, and the market continues to expand.
このグラフを見ると、売上は夏に最も高くなる傾向にあるようだ。
According to this graph, it seems that sales fall into the trend of being highest in the summer.
最近の若者は、新聞を読まずにネットでニュースを知る傾向があるといえるだろう。
It is fair to say that young people recently have a tendency to get their news online without reading a newspaper.
大都市では、人口が中心部から郊外へと移動するという一般的傾向が見られる。
In large cities, a general trend of the population moving from the city center to the suburbs can be observed.
人は忙しいと、つい健康的な食事を怠ってしまう傾向が見られるのだ。
When people get busy, there is a tendency for them to end up neglecting healthy meals.
電気自動車はガソリン車より静かだが、充電に時間がかかる傾向がある。
Electric cars are quieter than gasoline cars, but they have a tendency to take a long time to charge.