N1

Both A and B / Whether A or B

N + といい + N + といい

Used to emphasize that both items mentioned are of the same importance or relevance, commonly used in formal contexts.

Examples

  • 彼の提案といい、実行計画といい、どちらも非常に有効だ。

    Both his proposal and the implementation plan are very effective.

  • 環境問題といい、経済の健全性といい、どちらも重要な課題だ。

    Both environmental issues and economic stability are important challenges.

  • 文化といい、歴史といい、私たちにとって大切な遺産だ。

    Both culture and history are invaluable heritages for us.

Quick check

環境問題___、経済の健全性___、どちらも重要な課題だ。

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