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JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

〜darou to nakarou to

Expresses 'regardless of whether it is or isn't'.

Formal, literary "regardless of whether it is or isn't".

Formation

Explanation

The ～だろうとなかろうと grammar point is used to express the idea of 'regardless of whether it is or isn't.' It translates roughly as 'whether it is ~ or not' in English. This construction emphasizes that the speaker’s stance or action does not change, regardless of the two possible conditions.

Example sentences

  • Regardless of whether the exam is difficult or not, I will do my best.

    Shiken ga muzukashii darou to nakarou to, zenryoku de ganbarimasu.

  • Whether he comes or not, we will start.

    Kare ga kuru darou to nakarou to, watashitachi wa hajimemasu.

  • Whether this job is interesting or not, I will continue.

    Kono shigoto ga omoshiroi darou to nakarou to, watashi wa tsuzukemasu.

  • Whether he agrees or not, we will proceed.

    Kare ga sansei suru darou to nakarou to, watashitachi wa shinkou shimasu.

Regardless Of (No Matter)