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～temo: Even If

Learn temo for concessive conditions — "even if X, still Y." This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn temo for concessive conditions — "even if X, still Y."
  • Form and connection: [Verb te-form] も、[Result]
  • Nuance in real use: ても is Japanese grammar of resilience — no matter the condition, the result holds firm. In Japanese literature and movie lines, this expression often appears at pivotal moments when characters show determination.

Form and connection

[Verb te-form] も、[Result]

Core Explanation

Learn temo for concessive conditions — "even if X, still Y."

Cultural Note

ても is Japanese grammar of resilience — no matter the condition, the result holds firm. In Japanese literature and movie lines, this expression often appears at pivotal moments when characters show determination.

Practical examples

I'll go even if it rains.
I want to buy it even if it's expensive.
Even if I fail, I won't give up.
Even when busy, I call every day.

Common pitfalls

Build the base form before adding the pattern

Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.

Match politeness to the situation

The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.

Practice and answers

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[Verb te-form] も、[Result]
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerI'll go even if it rains.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer忙いそがしくても毎日まいにち電話でんわします。 ([Verb te-form] も、[Result])

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