in spite of ~, undaunted by ~

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Explanation

Expresses overcoming difficulties without concern.

[Noun] + をものともせずに

困難をものともせずに、目標を達成した。

Konnan wo mono to mo sezu ni, mokuhyou wo tassei shita.

Undaunted by difficulties, I achieved my goal.

批判をものともせずに、自分の道を歩んだ。

Hihan wo mono to mo sezu ni, jibun no michi wo ayunda.

In spite of criticism, I walked my own path.

Positive nuance - overcoming obstacles bravely.

～ならいざ知らず

~ might be one thing, but; leaving ~ aside

～てやまない

earnestly wish/hope, never stop ~ing

～をものともせずに

not being daunted by ~, in spite of ~

～んがため(に)

in order to ~, for the purpose of ~ (formal/literary)

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Last updated: Jan 10

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