N1105/187

なりとも

N + なりともA/Adj + なりとも (after plain form)Pronoun/phrase + なりとも (in fixed expressions)

Meanings

  • Even a little
  • At least
  • Not less than (used for emphasis)

About this pattern

Explanation

なりとも is a very formal, emphatic expression meaning “even a little” or “at least.” It is used to stress that even the smallest amount, time, effort, or amount of something is noteworthy or should be considered. It often appears in requests, appeals, or admonitions where the speaker wants to emphasize the minimum threshold. It is more literary or formal than everyday casual expressions.