〜ようが
Formation
Meaning
Used to express that regardless of the situation or action described, the subsequent result or determination remains unchanged. It emphasizes a strong will or a fact that is unaffected by circumstances.
Note
A formal and literary expression. '〜ようと' is used interchangeably with the same meaning. It is often used with 'dou' (how), 'nani' (what), or 'doko' (where) to emphasize that the outcome is independent of the condition.
Examples
雨が降ろうが、槍が降ろうが、私は絶対に行きます。
No matter if it rains or if spears fall from the sky, I am definitely going.
誰が何と言おうと、私の決心は揺るぎません。
No matter who says what, my resolution will not waver.
どんなに高かろうが、必要なものなら買うしかありません。
No matter how expensive it may be, if it's necessary, I have no choice but to buy it.
試験が難しかろうと、全力を尽くすだけだ。
No matter how difficult the exam is, I will just give it my all.
親が反対だろうが、私は留学することに決めた。
Even if my parents oppose it, I've decided to study abroad.
どんなに不便だろうと、住めば都ですよ。
No matter how inconvenient it is, 'home is where you make it.'
明日が平日だろうが、休みを取って旅行に行く。
Even if tomorrow is a weekday, I'll take a day off and go on a trip.
結果がどうだろうと、後悔はしていない。
No matter what the result is, I have no regrets.