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JLPT N2 Grammar

いくら

N2Condition

N2 · Condition · いくら + plain form + ても

Meaning

no matter how much

Structure

いくら + plain form + ても

Explanation

いくら〜ても means no matter how much the degree, amount, or effort is, the following point does not change.

Usage

It is often used for amount, effort, or repeated attempts.

Example

いくら説明しても、彼は納得しませんでした。

No matter how much I explained, he was not convinced.

Common Mistake

It needs a concessive form such as ても later.

Memory Tip

Memorize “いくら + plain form + ても” as one fixed chunk, then practice by replacing words in the example sentence. Learn the connection first, then the nuance.

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