いくら〜でも
Meanings
- no matter how much
- however much
- even if
- no matter how
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Explanation
This construction expresses that the following clause remains true or the outcome won’t change regardless of how much or how long the first part is the case. The phrase after いくら sets up a concession, and the ても signals that the result is independent of that condition. It’s commonly used to emphasize contrast with expectations or to stress persistence, capacity, or limits in various situations.
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Example sentences
No matter how expensive it is, I want it.
No matter how much time I have, I can't finish.
No matter how much money you have, you can't be happy.
No matter how much you strive, results don’t come right away.
No matter how tasty it is, if you’re feeling unwell you can’t eat.
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