N1

Regardless of N

N + いかんによらず

This expression means 'regardless of' or 'irrespective of' and is used in formal contexts to indicate that the following action is not dependent on the noun mentioned.

Examples

  • 天候いかんによらず、試合は行われる。

    The match will be held regardless of the weather.

  • 結果いかんによらず、全力を尽くした。

    Regardless of the outcome, I did my best.

  • 年齢いかんによらず、参加可能です。

    Participation is possible regardless of age.

Quick check

The match will be held ___ of the weather.

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