〜はさておき

Formation

N2TopicLimitationNeutral
Dict. Form
Noun
はさておき

Meaning

Putting aside a particular topic or matter for now to focus on the main point or a more important issue. Used when trying to redirect the conversation.

Examples

冗談はさておき、本題に入ろう。

Jokes aside, let's get to the main point.

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