JLPT N3 Intermediate
如何しても
「どうしても」
No matter what; by any means necessary or impossible despite one’s best efforts.
Readings
1 Adverb
By Any Means" / "No Matter What
Expresses an overpowering will or absolute necessity to achieve an outcome regardless of cost or difficulty.
Example
どうしても その コンサート に 行き たい ん です 。
I really want to go to that concert, no matter what.
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2 Adverb
Just Can't" / "No Matter How I Try
Indicates that a situation cannot be altered or an action cannot be performed despite all possible efforts.
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