No. 3,785 in Japanese
なんだかんだ
"Somehow or other; one way or another; this and that."
In a sentence
なんだかんだ言って、彼は困ったときには助けてくれる。
Despite everything, he helps in times of trouble.
used to express 'despite all the complaints or excuses'
私はなんだかんだと忙しくて、映画を見に行けなかった。
I was too busy with this and that, so I couldn't go to the movie.
used to convey 'with various reasons or activities'
なんだかんだで、大事な話を忘れていた。
Amidst everything, I forgot to discuss something important.
used to imply 'amidst various occurrences or situations'
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