てもかまわない
Meanings
- It’s okay to do something
- I don’t mind if…
- Even if something happens, it’s fine
About this pattern
Explanation
てもかまわない expresses a relaxed permission or lack of concern: the speaker is saying that performing the action in the て-form (or the stated condition) is acceptable, or that there’s no problem regardless of that condition. It’s often used to offer flexibility, to respond to a request, or to reassure someone that a potential inconvenience won’t matter. Note: with na-adjectives and nouns, you use でも before かまわない (e.g., 静かでもかまわない / 人でもかまわない). The tone is casual and common in daily conversation; it can sound a bit blunt if overused with strong requests. Typical contexts include planning, accommodating others, making polite refusals with flexibility, or indicating permission in a low-pressure way.
Learn in context
Example sentences
It’s okay to wait a little longer.
I don’t mind if I’m late.
I don’t mind if my friend doesn’t come.
It’s fine to lend this book.
It’s okay if it rains.
You may sing this song.
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