Japanese

とうてい
Meaning: absolutely; by no means; impossible
Part of Speech: Adverb

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到
底

Example sentences

I absolutely cannot do such a difficult thing.
そんな理不尽な要求は到底受け入れられない。
Such an unreasonable demand is completely unacceptable.
そんなことは到底有り得ない。
That sort of thing is simply impossible.
彼が披露したアクロバットは、素人には到底真似できない芸当だ。
The acrobatics he performed are a feat that an amateur could never imitate.
そんな計画では、成功は到底おぼつかない。
With such a plan, success is hardly likely.
彼の技術には到底太刀打ちできない。
I can't possibly compete with his skills.
彼の才能には到底及びも付かない。
I can't even come close to his talent.

Usage Notes

Used with negative verbs to emphasize impossibility or strong denial.

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