if it is the case that, if it comes to

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Explanation

Indicates willingness to act if certain conditions are met.

[Noun/Sentence] + とあれば

子供のためとあれば、何でもする。

Kodomo no tame to areba, nandemo suru.

If it's for my child, I'll do anything.

国の命令とあれば、従わざるを得ない。

Kuni no meirei to areba, shitagawazaru wo enai.

If it's a national order, I have no choice but to obey.

Emphasizes strong determination.

～ともなると / ～ともなれば

when it comes to, if it comes to the point where

～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)

Shows strong resolve or obligation.

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Last updated: Jan 2

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