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GRAMMAR DETAIL

〜なりとも

N1

even just

Expresses a willingness to accept even a minimal amount of help or achievement when it may not be enough.

Examples

3

Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: Attach なりとも to a small quantity or degree to express wanting at least that much, even if it is not a full amount.
  • Basic usage: 一言なりとも、感想を聞かせてください。 asks for even just a brief comment about one's impressions.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Difference from limiting だけ
    • 一言だけ can limit the amount said to a single comment. 一言なりとも expresses a modest wish for even that much.

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