〜ないまでも
- Pattern
- 〜ないまでも
- Level
- N1
- Reading
- 〜ないまでも
- Meaning
- even if not; not necessarily
- Attaches to
- ない-form
- Nuance & register
Indicates that a lesser degree or a simpler action is acceptable, even if the full action isn't possible or done.
- Example
毎日でなくても、週に一度は運動しないまでも、ストレッチはしたい。 Even if not every day, if not exercising once a week, I want to at least stretch.