What it means
からすると expresses a judgment or inference based on a particular piece of information, viewpoint, condition, or other basis. It is often translated as “judging from” or “based on.” The speaker uses the preceding noun as evidence and then presents a conclusion that is not necessarily stated as an absolute fact. The expression is neutral in register and can be used in both familiar and polite sentences.
Usage note
からすると indicates an inferential basis, not a causal sequence. For example, その話からすると means “judging from that story,” with the same inferential meaning. It commonly follows a noun phrase, including a phrase nominalized with こと.
How to use it
彼の説明からすると、計画は成功したようです。
Judging from his explanation, the plan seems to have succeeded.
彼の説明からすると、計画は成功したようだ。
Judging from his explanation, the plan seems to have succeeded.
Example sentences
気温の下がり方からすると、明日の朝は道路が凍る可能性が高い。
Judging from the way the temperature is dropping, there is a high possibility that the roads will freeze tomorrow morning.
彼の返事の速さからすると、もう計画を確認したようだ。
Judging from the speed of his reply, he seems to have already checked the plan.
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