无论如何
wú lùn rú hé
No matter what · trad. 無論如何
Expresses a firm resolve or determination to do something, regardless of obstacles or circumstances. It signifies that a certain outcome or action will occur, or a decision will stand, come what may.
What does 无论如何 (wú lùn rú hé) mean?
无论如何 (wú lùn rú hé) means "no matter what" in English. Word for word, it breaks down as "without discussing how."
Character by character
- 无 wú without
- 论 lùn discuss
- 如 rú like
- 何 hé what
When to use it
Use this phrase to emphasize an unyielding attitude or an unavoidable situation. It often appears before a verb phrase to modify the action, conveying a strong sense of persistence or inevitability. It is suitable in both formal and informal contexts.
Example
倔强的弟弟无论如何也不肯认输。
Juéqiáng de dìdi wú lùn rú hé yě bùkěn rènshū.
My stubborn younger brother absolutely refused to admit defeat.
Pro tip: This phrase functions adverbially, typically placed before the main verb or a clause, to stress that the action or state will remain constant despite any external factors. It conveys a stronger sense of 'no matter what' than simpler phrases.
Related idioms
脱颖而出 · Standing out from the crowd五花八门 · Wide variety of things习以为常 · Become accustomed to
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