JLPT N1
～こそあれ
although; even though; there may be… but
Structure / Usage
Noun + こそあれ / Verb (ます-stem) + こそすれ
Example Sentences
不満こそあれ、仕事は続けている。
Although there is dissatisfaction, I continue working.
苦労こそあれ、後悔はしていない。
Although there have been hardships, I have no regrets.
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