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N1
〜といえども
Meaning
Expresses strong concession, "even if it is ~." A stiff, written-style expression stating that even such a position or case is no exception. More formal than 「〜とはいえ」.
Examples
- どんなに優秀な専門家といえども、判断を誤ることはある。 No matter how excellent an expert may be, they can still make errors in judgment.
- いかに親しい間柄といえども、守るべき礼儀はある。 However close the relationship, there are manners that should be observed.
- 一日といえども、練習を怠るわけにはいかない。 Not even a single day can be spent neglecting practice.