N + 을/를 막론하고 (Regardless of, irrespective of)
Meaning: Regardless of, without distinction of (includes all categories without exception in formal writing).
Conjugation & Pattern
- Noun with batchim + -을 막론하고 | No batchim + -를 막론하고
- Commonly pairs with inclusive nouns: 남녀노소, 동서양, 동서고금, 지위고하, 이유 여하
Detailed Usage
Literally 'not arguing over distinctions (莫論)'. Primarily used in formal writing to state that something applies universally across all ages, regions, or ranks.
Example Sentences
- 1
사과는 동서양을 막론하고 사람들이 즐겨 먹는 과일입니다.
Sagwaneun dongseoyangeul makronhago saramdeuri jeulgyeo meongneun gwairimnida.
Apples are a fruit enjoyed by people regardless of East or West.
- 2
이 청소기는 가볍고 사용법도 간단해서 남녀노소를 막론하고 쉽게 사용할 수 있다.
I cheongsogineun gabyeopgo sayongbeopdo gandanhaeseo namnyeonosoreul makronhago swipge sayonghal su itda.
This vacuum cleaner is light and simple to use, so anyone can use it easily regardless of age or gender.
- 3
폭력은 이유 여하를 막론하고 절대 정당화될 수 없다.
Pokryeogeun iyu yeohareul makronhago jeoldae jeongdanghwadoel su eopda.
Violence can never be justified regardless of the reason.
Important Notes
Synonymous with '을/를 불문하고' and '(이)나 (이)나 할 것 없이'.
