〜でも 〜でも
JLPT Level: N4
Meanings
Whether ... or ...
Either ... or ...
Usage
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
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.
今日は雨でも雪でも、試合は行われる。
きょうはあめでもゆきでも、しあいはおこなわれる。
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。
かのじょはさんせいでもはんたいでも、いけんをいってください。
Whether she agrees or disagrees, please share your opinion.
彼は雨でも風でも来るだろう。
かれはあめでもかぜでもくるだろう。
Whether it’s rain or wind, he will probably come.