also: たとい
even if; no matter what; even though
Concessive adverb used with ても, でも, or とも to express 'even if' or 'no matter how'. Often paired with conditional or hypothetical clauses.
Even if it rains, I'll go.
たとえ失敗しても、挑戦する価値はある。
Even if you fail, it's worth trying.
たとえ誰が反対しても、私は自分の意見を曲げない。
No matter who opposes, I won't change my opinion.
Even if it rains, the match will be held.
Even if I fail, I won't give up.
No matter how difficult it is, I'll see it through to the end.
Rare kanji spelling; high priority but modern usage is overwhelmingly kana.
Rare kanji spelling; not commonly used.
Rare kanji spelling; not commonly used.