N1(이)나 N2(이)나 할 것 없이 (Regardless of whether ... or ..., alike)
Meaning: Regardless of whether it is N1 or N2, both N1 and N2 alike (emphasizes universal inclusion without exception).
Conjugation & Pattern
- N1(이)나 N2(이)나 할 것 없이
- With four-character compounds: 남녀노소 할 것 없이 (young and old, men and women alike)
Detailed Usage
Pairs two contrasting or representative nouns to state that something applies equally to all of them without exception.
Example Sentences
- 1
요즘 출퇴근 시간이나 낮 시간이나 할 것 없이 차가 막히는 것 같다.
Yojeum chultoegeun siganina nat siganina hal geot eopsi chaga makhineun geot gatda.
These days, traffic seems congested regardless of whether it's rush hour or daytime.
- 2
사장이나 직원이나 할 것 없이 회사를 살리기 위해 노력했다.
Sajangina jigwonina hal geot eopsi hoesareul salligi wihae noryeokhaetda.
Both the president and the employees alike worked hard to save the company.
- 3
남녀노소 할 것 없이 운동을 규칙적으로 해야 한다.
Namnyeonoso hal geot eopsi undongeul gyuchikjeogeuro haeya handa.
Men and women, young and old alike must exercise regularly.
Important Notes
Can attach after case particles like 에/에게 (e.g., 어른에게나 아이에게나 할 것 없이).
