〜ものなら

Pattern
〜ものなら
Level
N2
Meaning
if one could (do something impossible or difficult)
Attaches to
verb (dictionary form)
Nuance & register

Expresses a wish or desire for something that is unlikely or impossible.

Example

できるものなら、もう一度あの頃に戻りたい。 If I could, I would like to go back to those days again.

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