彼は、私にとって人生の師とも呼べる存在だ。
He is an existence that can be called a mentor of my life.
Japanese
とも
とも
Meaning: even if, even though (conjunctive particle)
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I'll do it even if it's difficult.
いかなる理由があろうとも、不当な差別は許されない。
No matter the reason, unjust discrimination is unacceptable.
今後ともよろしくお願いいたします
I look forward to your continued support.
今後とも宜しくお願いいたします。
I look forward to your continued support.
娘がどこの馬の骨とも知れない男と結婚すると言い出した。
My daughter announced that she's going to marry a man of unknown origin.
今後とも何卒よろしくお願い申し上げます。
I kindly ask for your continued support.
織女はこと座のアルファ星で、ベガとも呼ばれている。
Shokujo is the alpha star of the constellation Lyra and is also called Vega.
その古書は、蔵書家にとって一狐之腋とも言える貴重な品だ。
That old book is a precious item that could be called 'ikko no eki' for collectors.
現代の耆婆扁鵲とも呼ぶべき名医が、彼の命を救った。
A great doctor, who could even be called a modern Jivaka and Bian Que, saved his life.
Usage Notes
Conjunctive particle expressing concession, meaning 'even if' or 'even though'. Attaches to the stem of verbs and adjectives. More literary than ても. Shows determination despite adverse circumstances.
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