といわず
JLPT Level: N1
Meanings
Not only A but also B
A and B alike
whether A or B
A, B and every- (not exclusive)
Usage
Noun + といわず + Noun/Clause
Verb (dictionary form) + といわず + Clause
い-adjective + といわず + Clause
な-adjective + といわず + Clause
Explanation
といわず is used to show that two or more things are included together, or that a situation applies regardless of which of several options is chosen. It emphasizes that the following statement holds for both A and B (or for any element in a set), and it is often translated as “not only A but also B,” “A and B alike,” or “whether A or B.” This structure can compare nouns, adjectives, or actions, and it often introduces a second clause that describes the result or consequence that applies to all listed items.
彼は日本語といわず、英語も堪能だ。
かれはにほんごといわず、えいごもたんのうだ。
He is proficient not only in Japanese, but also in English.
このイベントは子供といわず大人も参加した。
このイベントはこどもといわずおとなもさんかした。
Not only children but also adults participated in the event.
この店は安いといわず、味も素晴らしい。
このみせはやすいといわず、あじもすばらしい。
The shop isn’t just cheap; the taste is also wonderful.
雨が降るといわず、彼は外出した。
あめがふるといわず、かれはがいしゅつした。
He went out regardless of whether it rains.