JLPT N1
～ともあろうものが
of all people; for someone of such standing to (surprise/criticism)
Structure / Usage
Noun + ともあろうものが
Example Sentences
大臣ともあろうものが、そんな発言をするとは。
For someone of the standing of a minister to make such a statement...
先生ともあろうものが、嘘をつくなんて。
For someone who is a teacher to tell lies...