Translation guide
The phrase 'on any account' is used in negative contexts to mean 'under no circumstances' or 'not for any reason'. It is a formal or emphatic way to forbid something. In Japanese, this is expressed with strong negative patterns like 決して〜ない, 絶対に〜ない, or どんなことがあっても〜ない.
Expressing that something must not happen or be done, no matter what.
A formal and strong negative pattern meaning 'never' or 'by no means'. Used in both spoken and written Japanese.
Don't give up on any account.
This information must not be leaked on any account.
A very common and emphatic negative pattern meaning 'absolutely not'. Slightly more colloquial than 決して〜ない.
Don't tell him on any account.
Literally 'no matter what happens', this pattern strongly emphasizes that the action will not occur under any circumstances.
I won't give up on any account.
Means 'no matter what' or 'by no means'. Often used when expressing inability or strong refusal.
Similar to どんなことがあっても, meaning 'no matter what happens'. Slightly less formal.
I won't leave here on any account.
Do not translate 'on any account' word-for-word. Phrases like いかなる理由でも or いかなる場合でも are possible but sound overly literal and stiff. Use the negative patterns above instead.
決して is more formal and often used in written instructions or serious warnings. 絶対に is more common in everyday speech and carries a strong emotional emphasis. Both are correct for 'on any account' in negative sentences.
Don't open this door on any account.
Make sure you're not late on any account.
I can't remember his name on any account.
On any account, do not tell him the secret.