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GrammarJLPT N1

unavoidable

Expressionい-Adjective

Definitions

1. cannot be helped
2. unavoidable

This phrase expresses the idea that something is unavoidable or cannot be helped, similar to saying "there is no other choice" in English. It is used when acknowledging that a situation is unfortunate but nothing can be done about it, and it appears in both spoken and written Japanese.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

He clenched his fist and said, "The loss couldn't be helped — we move on."

Sentence 2

When it's this cold, higher heating bills can't be helped.

Sentence 3

Given the audit findings, resubmission is unavoidable at this point.

Sentence 4

If the fridge breaks, throwing out the food can't be helped, right?

Sentence 5

If you forgot your keys, getting locked out is your own fault!