Sea como sea
Example: Sea como sea, terminaré mi tarea hoy.
Definition
"Sea como sea" is a Spanish expression used to emphasize determination or inevitability, meaning 'no matter what' or 'whatever happens.' It conveys that an action will be completed regardless of circumstances, as in the phrase 'Sea como sea, terminaré mi tarea hoy,' meaning 'No matter what, I will finish my homework today.'
Etymology
The phrase "sea como sea" comes from the Spanish verb 'ser' (to be) in the subjunctive form 'sea,' repeated for emphasis, combined with 'como' meaning 'as' or 'like.' Together, it literally translates to 'be as it may,' reflecting a resigned or determined attitude toward any possible situation. Did you know this phrase is commonly used to express resolve or acceptance in everyday Spanish?
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"Sea como sea" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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