JLPT N3 Neutral

donna ni ~ temo

Expresses 'no matter how much' or 'even if'; emphasizes the degree of a situation.

"No matter how much" - emphasizes degree, not just possibility.

Formation

Explanation

The どんなに~ても grammar point is used to emphasize the degree of a situation or condition, often translated as 'no matter how much' or 'even if' in English. It can be used with verbs, い-adjectives, and な-adjectives.

Example sentences

  • No matter how much I study, there are still things I don't understand.

    Donna ni benkyou shite mo, mada wakaranai koto ga aru.

  • No matter how fast I run, I can't beat him.

    Donna ni hayaku hashitte mo, kare ni wa katemasen.

  • No matter how tired I am, I can't go home until I finish my work.

    Donna ni tsukarete mo, shigoto o owaraseru made kaeremasen.

  • No matter how delicious it is, I can't eat any more.

    Donna ni oishikute mo, kore ijou taberarenai.

Even If (Hypothetical Concession)