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Kotomora

さもあらばあれ

さ
も
あ
ら
ば
あ
れ

Meanings

1

expression

be that as it may; in any case; do as you please

usually written using kana alone

A set phrase expressing resignation or indifference: 'whatever happens, so be it' or 'do as you like'. Often used when the speaker accepts a situation or gives free rein to someone else. The kanji forms are extremely rare; the kana spelling is standard.