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To: Fungi

Shoganai is a Japanese phrase that translates to “it cannot be helped” or “nothing can be done about it,” expressing acceptance of situations beyond one’s control. It reflects a cultural attitude of enduring hardship with dignity, similar to phrases like “c’est la vie” in French.


27 posted on 04/25/2025 7:05:48 PM PDT by freepersup (“Those who conceal crimes are preparing to commit new ones.” ~Vuk Draskovic~)
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To: freepersup

Or is that “Shikata ga nai” ?


31 posted on 04/25/2025 7:10:22 PM PDT by Tellurian (Any cleverness from a democrat is quickly invested in deception. Ds are world class deceivers.)
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