Noun こそ～が JLPT N1

Formation

Noun + こそ + (statement) + が + (contrasting/additional statement)

Explanation

「Noun こそ～が」highlights the importance or uniqueness of the noun. It often translates as 'Yes, Noun is indeed ... , but ...'. The 'が' introduces a second, sometimes contrasting statement.

Example sentences

• お金こそ必要だが、それだけが人生のすべてではない。

  Money is indeed necessary, but it isn't everything in life.

  Okane koso hitsuyou da ga, sore dake ga jinsei no subete de wa nai.

• 努力こそ大事だが、結果も見逃せない。

  Effort is certainly crucial, but results also matter.

  Doryoku koso daiji da ga, kekka mo minogasenai.

• 健康こそ宝だが、ときには仕事を優先せざるを得ない。

  Health is indeed a treasure, but sometimes you have to prioritize work.

  Kenkou koso takara da ga, toki ni wa shigoto o yuusen sezaru wo enai.

• 愛こそ力だが、表現するのは難しい。

  Love is certainly a powerful force, but it's difficult to express.

  Ai koso chikara da ga, hyougen suru no wa muzukashii.