〜ものを
Formation
N1ConcessionLiterary
Meaning
Used to express regret or dissatisfaction, implying that if only a certain action had been taken, a different (usually better) outcome would have occurred.
Examples
連絡してくれれば迎えに行ったものを、水臭いじゃないか。
I would have come to pick you up if you'd just contacted me. Why so distant?
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