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JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

A ni seyo B ni seyo

Either A or B; Regardless of whether it's A or B.

Formal, literary - one of several near-interchangeable "whether A or B" constructions; stylistic choice more than a formality ladder.

Formation

Explanation

The 〜にせよ 〜にせよ grammar point is used to express two possibilities A and B, indicating that regardless of whether it is A or B, the statement remains valid. It can be translated as 'whether it's A or B.'

Example sentences

  • Whether it's rain or snow, the match won't be cancelled.

    Ame ni seyo yuki ni seyo, shiai wa chuushi shinai.

  • Whether it's him or her, someone should go.

    Kare ni seyo kanojo ni seyo, dareka hitori ga iku beki da.

  • Whether it's results or effort, both are important.

    Seika ni seyo doryoku ni seyo, dochira mo juuyou da.

  • Whether it's spring or fall, I like flowers.

    Haru ni seyo aki ni seyo, watashi wa hana ga suki da.

Regardless (Whether A Or B)