JLPT N1
～甲斐もなく（かいもなく）
despite one's efforts; even though; in vain
Structure / Usage
Verb (た-form / ます-stem) + 甲斐もなく
Example Sentences
努力した甲斐もなく、試験に不合格だった。
Despite my efforts, I failed the exam.
看病の甲斐もなく、彼は亡くなった。
Despite the nursing care, he passed away.
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