Japanese phrase

仕方なく賛成します。 shi kata na ku san sei shi ma su

Meaning

I agree although I am reluctant.

When to use it

Expresses reluctant acceptance. The wording is direct and can sound slightly formal or resigned.

Example dialogue

この条件で決めますか? ko no jō ken de ki me ma su ka

Shall we decide on these terms?

他に案もないので、仕方なく賛成します。 hoka ni an mo na i no de shi kata na ku san sei shi ma su

There is no other option, so I agree although I am reluctant.

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