N1Grammar

には(およ)ばない ①

There is no need to, It is fine if you don’t, Unnecessary

Structure

Explanation

Examples

A: 'That looks heavy. Shall I carry it for you?'
B: 'No, there's no need to concern yourself. I can manage this just fine.'

Boss: 'There's no need to pull an all-nighter for tomorrow's presentation. You're already well-prepared.'

Friend A: 'Sorry, looks like I'm going to be late!'
Friend B: 'No need to apologize. I just got here myself.'

A: 'Thank you for lending me a pen.'
B: 'Not at all, there's no need for such profuse thanks.'

Hotel Staff: 'Shall I carry your luggage to your room for you?'
Guest: 'No, that won't be necessary. This is quite light.'

The fact that he is the culprit is beyond debate at this point.

Clerk: 'I am terribly sorry. I will process your refund immediately.'
Customer: 'No, a refund isn't necessary. An exchange would be fine.'

Mother: 'Oh dear, you scraped your knee? Let's go to the hospital!'
Child: 'There's no need to worry. It's just a scratch.'

Doctor: 'Regarding your test results, surgery won't be necessary. We can treat this with medication.'

Junior Employee: 'Shall I send a reminder about tomorrow's meeting, just in case?'
Senior Employee: 'There's no need to go out of your way to send a reminder. Everyone remembers.'

Receptionist: 'I will show you to the conference hall.'
Visitor: 'There's no need to show me the way. I'm already familiar with the location.'

Child: 'Mom, I'll help with cleaning up after dinner.'
Mother: 'That won't be necessary today. Focus on studying for your exam.'

A: 'Please allow me to formally introduce myself.'
B: 'No, there's no need for an introduction. I've heard a great deal about you.'