Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Concessive hypothetical — "even assuming A, B holds."
- Form and connection: [Plain form] としても
- Nuance in real use: Builds a wall—no matter how the hypothetical first half changes, the conclusion doesn't budge.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Concessive hypothetical — "even assuming A, B holds."
Cultural Note
Practical examples
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
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[Plain form] としてもShow answer
Even with lots of money, it doesn't mean you're happy.Show answer
時間じかんがあるとしても行いかない。 ([Plain form] としても)Continue learning
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