を問わず

JLPT Level: N2
Meanings

Regardless of

No matter

Whether or not

With or without

Usage

Noun + を問わず

疑問詞 + を問わず

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.
年齢を問わず、誰でも参加できます。
ねんれいをとわず、だれでもさんかできます。

People of all ages can participate.

予約の有無を問わず、イベントは開催されます。
よやくのうむをとわず、イベントはかいさいされます。

The event will be held regardless of whether you have a reservation.

天気を問わず、明日出発します。
てんきをとわず、あしたしゅっぱつします。

We will depart tomorrow, regardless of the weather.

名前を問わず、誰でも手伝ってくれました。
なまえをとわず、だれでもてつだってくれました。

Regardless of their name, everyone helped.