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JLPT N1 Grammar

ないものか

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N1 · Desire · nai-form verb + ないものか

I wonder if there is a way to

nai-form verb + ないものか

ないものか expresses a strong wish and the feeling of looking for a way.

It is common when seeking a solution or expressing a wish.

この作業をもっと簡単にできないものか。

I wonder if there is a way to make this task easier.

Do not treat it as an ordinary negative question; it carries desire.

You want it to happen and are looking for a way.

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