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～にしろ／にせよ (ni shiro/ni seyo) - Even if; Regardless of
[Verb/Adjective/Noun] + にしろ/にせよ
Quick answer
[Verb/Adjective/Noun] + にしろ/にせよ means "Even if; Regardless of; Whether ~ or not". As a N1 grammar point, it is tested in the JLPT. Detailed examples and a usage explanation are on this page.
Meaning
Even if; Regardless of; Whether ~ or not
Explanation
Indicates that regardless of the stated condition, a certain result or judgment applies.
Examples
失敗したにしろ、努力したことに意味があります。
しっぱいしたにしろ、どりょくしたことにいみがあります。
Even if you failed, there is meaning in having made the effort.
賛成にせよ反対にせよ、まず話し合いましょう。
さんせいにせよはんたいにせよ、まずはなしあいましょう。
Whether for or against, let's first have a discussion.
Practice this grammar
[Verb/Adjective/Noun] + にしろ/にせよ
Which sentence correctly uses "～にしろ／にせよ (ni shiro/ni seyo) - Even if; Regardless of"?
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Last updated Jul 4, 2026