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Meanings
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just because; even so; that doesn't mean
usually written using kana alone
Used to introduce a contrast or limitation: acknowledges a preceding statement but denies that it leads to an obvious conclusion. Often followed by a negative or limiting phrase.
He is rich. That does not necessarily mean he is happy.
He apologized. Even so, I cannot forgive him right away.
Usage patterns
- だからと言って〈事〉というわけではないjust because that's true, it doesn't mean that ~
He speaks Japanese well. That doesn't mean he's Japanese.
- だからと言って〈事〉とは限らないeven so, that's not necessarily the case
It's expensive, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's good quality.