JLPT N4 Elementary
仕様がない
「しょうがない」
It can’t be helped, is futile, or describes an unbearable feeling.
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Other forms
仕方がない (slightly more formal)
1 Expression, I-adjective
It can't be helped" / "Oh well
A phrase expressing resignation when a situation is inevitable or completely out of one’s control.
Example
A 電車 が 事故 で 遅れて います 。
B そう か 。 まあ 、 しょうがない ね 。
[A:] The train is late because of an accident. [B:] I see. Oh well, it can't be helped.
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2 Expression, I-adjective
So... I can't stand it" / "Unbearably
Expresses an emotion, sensation, or desire that is so intense it feels uncontrollable.
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3 Expression, I-adjective
It's no use..." / "Pointless
Describes an action or effort as futile because it will not logically alter the outcome.
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4 I-adjective
Hopeless" / "A real pain
Characterizes a person or situation as incorrigible, troublesome, or lacking redeeming qualities.
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