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いくら～ても (いくら～ても (ikuratemo)) means "however much one may ~". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.
Meaning
however much one may ~
Also : no matter how much ~ · even if ~
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The word いくら～ても (いくら～ても) means 'however much one may ~'. This is a fundamental Japanese word to memorize.
Example Sentences
いくら説明しても、弟には理解できませんでした。
いくらせつめいしても、おとうとにはりかいできませんでした。
No matter how much I explained, my younger brother couldn't understand.
いくら練習しても上手にならないと悩んでいます。
いくられんしゅうしてもじょうずにならないとなやんでいます。
No matter how much I practice, I can't get better — it's frustrating.
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Last updated May 19, 2026
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