たとえ〜ても
Meanings
- Even if ...
- Supposing that ...
- No matter how ... and yet ...
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Explanation
たとえ〜ても is used to express a strong concession: the situation in the first clause is assumed to be true or extreme, but the result in the second clause remains true or unchanged. It emphasizes that the following outcome is not affected by the condition described. It often contrasts with expectation or opposition and is common in fictional or hypothetical context, plans, or opinions about unlikely or undesired circumstances. Use it when you want to convey persistence or inevitability despite an obstacle or unfavorable condition.
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Example sentences
Even if it rains, the game will be held.
No matter how忙しくても, she eats a proper breakfast.
Even if it's expensive, if the quality is good, I'll buy it.
Even if it's difficult, I will keep going without giving up.
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