N4169/179

〜でも〜でも

Noun + でも + Noun + でもい-adjective (short) + でも + い-adjective (short) + でもVerb (dictionary form) + でも + Verb (dictionary form) + でも

Meanings

Whether ... or ...
Either ... or ...

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Explanation

This pattern is used to present two possibilities or options in a neutral way. It means 'whether A or B' or 'either A or B' and can also imply that the outcome is similar regardless of which option is chosen. It is common in talking about situations that could go either way, or to suggest that the speaker is comfortable with either option.

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Example sentences

今日は雨でも雪でも、試合は行われる。

Whether it's rain or snow, the game will be held.

彼女は賛成でも反対でも、意見を言ってください。

Whether she agrees or disagrees, please share your opinion.

彼は雨でも風でも来るだろう。

Whether it’s rain or wind, he will probably come.

Related patterns

Or something; Any... (with question words); No matter (who)

easy to (do); likely to (happen); easy to be affected by

Difficult to; Hard to; Not easy to do something

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