in every case; in everything; in all matters
Fixed expression meaning 'regardless of what it is' or 'in all things'. Used to state that something applies universally, without exception.
In everything, preparation is important.
No matter what it is, the beginning is always difficult.
Similar meaning but uses 何 (what) instead of 何事 (what thing/matter). 何事によらず is slightly more formal and emphasizes 'in all matters'.
Means 'everything' or 'all things', but does not carry the 'regardless' nuance of によらず.
Standard kanji spelling using the common よらず.
Alternate kanji spelling using 依; less common.
Alternate kanji spelling using 拠; less common.
Phrase composed of 何事 (everything, all matters) + に (particle) + よらず (negative continuative of よる, 'to depend on'), literally 'without depending on what matter'. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it follows a common pattern for 'regardless of' expressions.