Frequency rank: 38,768. – 39,308.
    expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); adjective (keiyoushi)
  1. nothing can be done (about); cannot be helpedword usually written using kana alone
Forms
  • Frequency rank: 38,768. – 39,308.
  • いかんともしがたいFrequency rank: 42,321. – 43,060.
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. nothing can be done (about); cannot be helped
  2. This phrase is used to express a situation where there is no solution or remedy available for a problem. It conveys a sense of resignation or acceptance regarding the circumstances.
    The result was something that could not be helped.
Generated collocations (experimental)
a situation that cannot be helpeda problem that cannot be resolveda situation in which nothing can be doneto face a situation that cannot be helpedan undeniable fact that cannot be changeda fate that cannot be avoidedan outcome that cannot be altered