を問わず
Meanings
- Regardless of
- No matter
- Whether or not
- With or without
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Explanation
を問わず is used to show that a condition or characteristic does not affect an action or decision. It attaches to a noun (often an abstract or general noun) to say that the following statement applies regardless of that noun. It’s common in formal or written contexts, and you’ll see it in announcements, policies, or descriptive sentences. Note that the nuance is about excluding a condition from consideration, not about contrasting two things. Usage tips: - Use with nouns like 年齢 (age), 予約 (reservation), 天候 (weather), 性別 (gender), 地域 (region), 所有 (ownership), 計画 (plan), 時間 (time). - Can be used to describe inclusivity or universality in rules, benefits, or actions. - Often appears in official language or announcements.
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Example sentences
People of all ages can participate.
The event will be held regardless of whether you have a reservation.
We will depart tomorrow, regardless of the weather.
Regardless of their name, everyone helped.
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