～差し支えない (〜sashitsukaenai)
JLPT N1
Explanation
Indicates no problem or obstacle; 'it’s fine if...', 'there’s no issue'.
Formation
Verb-て form + も差し支えない, Noun + が差し支えない
Detailed Explanation
The ～差し支えない grammar point expresses that doing something (or something occurring) is not a problem and causes no inconvenience. It’s often used in polite or formal situations.
Examples
多少遅くても差し支えないです。
Tashou osokute mo sashitsukaenai desu.
It’s no problem if you’re a bit late.
部屋が少し汚くても差し支えない。
Heya ga sukoshi kitanakute mo sashitsukaenai.
It doesn’t matter if the room is slightly messy.
雨が降っても差し支えない。
Ame ga futte mo sashitsukaenai.
It’s not an issue even if it rains.
彼がここにいることが差し支えないですか？
Kare ga koko ni iru koto ga sashitsukaenai desu ka?
Is it okay (no problem) for him to be here?
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.