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Noun + なりとも
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About なりとも
なりとも is a classical Japanese expression which is used to show a minimal degree of something, often with a nuance of concession. It is commonly translated as 'at least' or 'even', and is typically used in very polite or formal speech.
Grammatically, なりとも will come directly after a noun.
なりとも can carry a humble, and sometimes even pleading, tone. It is often used when making requests.
Because なりとも is slightly old-fashioned and stiff in tone, it will not often be used in daily conversation.
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君に迷惑をかけるぐらいなら、自分なりともできることを全部やってみるよ。
If it is to the extent that it is causing you bother then I will try and do what I can in at least my own way.
近くまで来たなら、声なりともかけてくれてよかったのに。
If you came so close, I wish you would have at least called out to me.
ご意見なりともいただければ幸いです。
I would be happy to receive at least some feedback.
詳細は後日でも構いませんが、現段階での決定事項なりとも先に教えていただけると助かります。
It’s no problem if the details come at a later date, but at this point it would be helpful if you could share at least the decisions with me.
遅かれ早かれ、誰かなりとも真実に気づくときが来るだろう。
Sooner or later, at least someone will come to realize the truth.
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