Explanation
Expresses 'regardless of whether it is or isn't'.
Formation
Noun / i-Adjective / na-Adjective / Verb + だろうとなかろうと
Detailed explanation
The ～だろうとなかろうと grammar point is used to express the idea of 'regardless of whether it is or isn't.' It translates roughly as 'whether it is ~ or not' in English. This construction emphasizes that the speaker’s stance or action does not change, regardless of the two possible conditions.
Examples
Shiken ga muzukashii darou to nakarou to, zenryoku de ganbarimasu.
Regardless of whether the exam is difficult or not, I will do my best.
Kare ga kuru darou to nakarou to, watashitachi wa hajimemasu.
Whether he comes or not, we will start.
Kono shigoto ga omoshiroi darou to nakarou to, watashi wa tsuzukemasu.
Whether this job is interesting or not, I will continue.
Kare ga sansei suru darou to nakarou to, watashitachi wa shinkou shimasu.
Whether he agrees or not, we will proceed.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.