What it means
〇〇次第だ means that a result or decision depends entirely on 〇〇. It presents 〇〇 as the decisive factor and is often translated as “it is up to 〇〇” or “it depends on 〇〇.” The expression is commonly used when discussing conditions, responsibility, ability, or future outcomes.
Usage note
Do not confuse 〇〇次第だ with a verb masu-stem followed by 次第, which means “as soon as.” The construction in this lesson normally follows a noun or noun-like expression.
How to use it
成功は準備次第です。
Success depends on preparation.
成功は準備次第だ。
Success depends on preparation.
