〜ことになる indicates a decision or outcome that came about through external circumstances, not personal choice.
It has been decided that I will work in Tokyo from next month.
Often for job transfers, life changes, or situations beyond one''s control.
ことになる vs ことにする
- ことになる = decided by circumstances/others
- ことにする = I decided
Often used for announcements
- 結婚することになりました (We are getting married)
ことになっている = it is a rule/custom
- 靴を脱ぐことになっている (You are supposed to take off shoes)
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