expression, noun-modifying (irregular)
cannot be helped; unavoidable; inevitable
Expresses that a situation is beyond one's control and must be accepted. Often used as a set phrase to show resignation.
雨が降ったら、試合が中止になるのは仕方のないことだ。
If it rains, it's unavoidable that the game will be canceled.
彼が遅刻したのは電車の遅
expression, noun-modifying (irregular)
Used in the pattern 〜ても仕方のない to mean that doing something is futile or won't change anything.
今さら後悔しても仕方のないことだ。
It's pointless to regret it now.
expression, noun-modifying (irregular)
hopeless (person); annoying; troublesome
Describes a person or thing that is beyond help or extremely irritating. Often used in exasperation.
彼は本当に仕方のないやつだな。
He's really a hopeless guy.
expression, noun-modifying (irregular)
cannot stand it; unbearable; cannot help (doing)
Used in the pattern 〜て仕方のない or 〜で仕方のない to express an uncontrollable feeling or urge. Similar to 〜てしょうがない.
He was late because of a train delay, so I think it can't be helped.
泣いても仕方のない状況だから、前に進もう。
Crying won't help in this situation, so let's move forward.
That kid is always playing pranks; he's a handful.
I can't help but worry about the exam results.
彼女に会いたくて仕方のない気持ちだ。
I'm dying to see her.
From 仕方 (method, way) + の (possessive particle) + ない (not exist). Literally 'there is no way', expressing that something cannot be helped or is inevitable.