〜ないにはすまない
- Pattern
- 〜ないにはすまない
- Level
- N1
- Meaning
- It won't end with just not doing X; something more serious will happen
- Attaches to
- verb (negative plain form)
- Nuance & register
Implies that failing to do something will lead to worse consequences.
- Example
彼を無視してはすまないだろう。謝罪が必要だ。 It won't end with just ignoring him; an apology is necessary.