言うまでもない ②
It goes without saying, It is needless to say, Of course, Obviously
Structure
(Phrase (A)) + 言うまでもなく + Phrase (B)
(Phrase (A)) + 言うまでもない + が(2) + Phrase (B)
(1) の
(2) けれども、けれど、けども、けど
Explanation
While は言うまでもない often appears after the topic it refers to, 言うまでもない is typically placed at the start of a sentence. This grammar point is formed from the う - Verb 言う, the adverbial particles まで and も, and the い-Adjective ない. It commonly translates to 'needless to say, (A)' or 'it's self-evident that (A)', with (A) representing the main point of the sentence.
言うまでもない is frequently followed by ことだが, が, or けど, which adds a nuance similar to 'but' to the statement.
- 言うまでもないことだが、たくさん練習をすれば、もっと上手になる。It goes without saying, but if you practice a lot, you'll become more skilled.
- 試験の最中、言うまでもないが、カンニングをするのは絶対に許されない。During an exam, it's needless to say, but cheating is absolutely not permitted.
- 言うまでもないけど、君のことが大好きだ。It goes without saying, but I really like you.
Fun Fact
言うまでもない is a tactful way of stating something that is common knowledge, helping the speaker avoid sounding condescending or arrogant.
- 言うまでもないことだが、交通ルールは守らなければいけない。Obviously, you must obey traffic laws.
Examples
言うまでもないけど、あのテストはすごく難しかった。
It goes without saying, but that test was incredibly difficult.
言うまでもなく、バランスの取れた食事は健康に重要だ。
It goes without saying that a balanced diet is important for your health.
もちろん、言うまでもなく、彼は世界的に有名なアーティストだ。
Of course, it goes without saying that he is a world-famous artist.
言うまでもないことだが、定期的な運動は体にいい。
It goes without saying that regular exercise is good for your body.
あの選手はサッカーは言うまでもなく、料理も上手らしい。
That athlete is apparently great at cooking, not to mention soccer.
言うまでもないことだが、勉強しなければ、テストに落ちるだろう。
It goes without saying that if you don't study, you will probably fail the test.
言うまでもないことだが、道を渡る前に左右を確認すべきだ。
It goes without saying that you should check left and right before crossing the street.
言うまでもないだろうが、約束は守るべきだ。
It probably goes without saying, but you should keep your promises.
お昼時、あのレストランは言うまでもないが、いつも満席だ。
It goes without saying, but that restaurant is always full at lunchtime.
品質が大切なのは言うまでもないですが、価格も決め手になります。
It goes without saying that quality is important, but price is also a deciding factor.
言うまでもないのだが、練習すればするほど上手になる。
It goes without saying that the more you practice, the better you get.
Ａ：「明日のピクニック、何か持っていくものある？」
Ｂ：「お弁当や飲み物は言うまでもないけど、レジャーシートを忘れないでね。」
A: 'Is there anything I should bring to the picnic tomorrow?'
B: 'Bentos and drinks go without saying, but don't forget a picnic blanket.'