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JLPT N4 Elementary

仕方

Way or method of doing something, often used to express resignation or lack of choice.

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Other forms

仕方がない common phrase
しょうがない colloquial version of 仕方がない
仕様がない more formal version of 仕方がない
1 Noun

Way" / "Method

Refers to the specific method, procedure, or means employed to accomplish an action.

Example

仕事 の 仕方 を 教え て ください 。

Please teach me the way to do this job.

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2 Set Phrase / Expression (in the form 仕方がない)

It can't be helped" / "Nothing can be done

Signifies a means, resource, or alternative option available to deal with a difficult situation.

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仕方
しかた
Way or method of doing something, often used to express resignation or lack of choice.
Example

この言葉を覚えましょう。

Let's memorize this word.

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