〜てでも

Formation

N2ConcessionFormal/Stiff
Te-Form
Verb
でも

Meaning

Used to express a very strong determination to achieve a goal, even if it requires taking extreme or undesirable measures.

Note

Implies an extreme resolve to accomplish something, often involving sacrifices or undesirable means.

Examples

借金をしてでも、この家を守りたい。

Even if I have to go into debt, I want to protect this house.

無理をしてでも、この仕事を今日中に終わらせる、

Even if it means overworking myself, I will finish this job within today.

嫌な思いをしてでも、自分の権利は主張すべきだ。

Even if it means having an unpleasant experience, you should assert your rights.

誰かを傷つけてでも、手に入れたいものがある。

There's something I want to get, even if it means hurting someone.

仕事を辞めてでも、世界一周旅行に行きたい。

Even if I have to quit my job, I want to go on a trip around the world.

命に代えてでも、子供たちを守り抜く。

Even at the cost of my life, I will protect my children to the end.

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