〜に言わせれば
Formation
N1TopicNeutralConversation
Meaning
Used to introduce the opinion or perspective of a specific person, implying that from their point of view, the situation is as described. It often carries a nuance of 'if they were to have their say'.
Examples
彼に言わせれば、その計画は時間の無駄だそうだ。
If you ask him, he says that plan is a waste of time.
専門家に言わせれば、この絵は偽物だという。
According to experts, this painting is a fake.
私に言わせれば、そんなのはただの言い訳だ。
If you ask me, that's just an excuse.
近所の主婦に言わせれば、あのスーパーは最近高くなったらしい。
According to the local housewives, that supermarket has become expensive lately.
映画監督に言わせれば、最近の映画は中身が薄いそうだ。
From a film director's perspective, recent movies lack substance.
評論家に言わせれば、その政策は失敗に終わるだろうとのことだ。
According to critics, that policy will end in failure.
Related Grammar
N2