〜はさておき
Formation
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.
Note
Used to pause a certain topic to move on to a more important point or 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.
価格はさておき、品質は最高だ。
Setting aside the price, the quality is top-notch.
結果はさておき、全力を尽くすことが大切だ。
Setting aside the result, the most important thing is to do your best.
細かい話はさておき、まずは乾杯しましょう。
Jokes aside, let's first make a toast.
彼の性格はさておき、仕事の能力は非常に高い。
Aside from his personality, his work ability is very high.
冗談はさておき、真面目な話をしましょう。
Jokes aside, let's have a serious talk.
デザインはさておき、使い勝手が良くない。
Setting aside the design, it's not very user-friendly.
原因はさておき、今は対策を考える必要がある。
Setting aside the cause, we need to think about a countermeasure now.