Taking advantage of an opportunity with せっかく〜だから
Grammar: Unsorted » せっかく〜だから
せっかく〜だから treats a special opportunity or someone’s effort as a reason to make use of the situation: “since we have the chance” or “since you went to the trouble”.
Usage Notes
The situation appears between せっかく and だから. However, the situation is often left out when clear from the context. After a misunderstanding brought Cocoa and her friends to the tea house where Syaro works, Cocoa figured they shouldn’t waste the opportunity. Chiya and Cocoa prepare to play chess at a bath house.Further Reading
Examples
Opportunity to drink tea with せっかく〜だから
Opportunity to make a bet with せっかく〜だから
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