expression, i-adjective
unavoidable; cannot be helped; inevitable
Used to express that a situation or action is beyond one's control and must be accepted. Often implies resignation or reluctant acceptance.
台風で電車が止まるのはやむを得ない。
It can't be helped that the trains stop due to the typhoon.
急な出費はやむを得ない場合もある。
Sudden expenses are sometimes unavoidable.