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No Use

even if, regardless, if
Indicates that even if the first clause is true, it is no use or ineffective. The second clause is negative and often expresses a reason that the first clause is in vain.
Example
  • 권력이나 돈이 아봤자 부질없더라고요.
    I've found that even if you have a lot of money or influence, it's futile.
  • 울지 . 어봤자 해결되는 하나도 없어.
    Don't cry. Crying doesn't fix anything (regardless).
  • 지금 바로 헬스 어봤자 당분간 꾸준히 다닐 시간 없을 같아.
    Even if I sign up for a gym membership right now, I won't have the time to properly work out for the time being.
  • 이런 불편한 회식자리에 오래 아봤자 신경질만 거야.
    If I stay longer at this uncomfortable hweshik, I'll just lose my temper.

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