〜でも

Formationnoun + でも

でも after a noun raises an extreme example to make a point: even a child could do it. In an invitation it goes soft instead, offering coffee or something without pinning anyone down. Both readings are common and the tone tells them apart.

Examples

〜でも is marked in each sentence. Tap any word for its dictionary entry.

1. 彼かれは国内こくないでも国外こくがいでも有名ゆうめいである。

   He is famous both at home and abroad.

2. 彼女かのじょはいつでもにこにこしている。

   She is always smiling.

3. 欲ほしいものは何なにでもあげるよ。

   I will give you anything you want.

4. どれでも好すきな花はなを取とりなさい。

   Take whichever flower you like.

5. 何なにか悪わるいことでもあったの？

   What is the matter with you?