仕方がない
しかたがない
shikataganai
adjectiveVocabularyExtra vocab 4 — supplementary

Quick answer

仕方がない (しかたがない (shikataganai)) means "it's inevitable". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

it's inevitable

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 仕方がない (しかたがない) means 'it can't be helped'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of it can't be helped.

Example Sentences

私は仕方がないが好きです。

わたしはしかたがないがすきです。

I like there's no (other) way.

Kanji in this word

仕
Doing / Serve / Attend
Kunつか.える
Onし、じ
JLPT N4
方
Person / Direction / Alternative
Kunかた、がた
Onほう
JLPT N4

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