No. 1,711 in Japanese
ともあれ
"ともあれ" means "anyway" or "in any case."
In a sentence
ともあれ、準備を始めましょう。
Anyway, let's begin preparing.
In this sentence, "ともあれ" is used as a transition to initiate action or discussion despite previous conversation or context.
結果はまだわからないが、ともあれ、試してみる価値はある。
The outcome is still uncertain, but anyway, it's worth trying.
Here, "ともあれ" conveys a decision to proceed regardless of the uncertainties mentioned.
ともあれ、この問題についてもっと情報が必要です。
Anyhow, we need more information about this issue.
In this context, "ともあれ" introduces a primary need for action despite the ongoing situation.
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