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Learn JLPT N2 Grammar: だけは (dake wa)
Meaning: to do all that one can
How to use: Verb (dictionary form) + だけは + Same verb (past form)
Example sentences:
1. 恋愛のことは両親にも話すだけは話しました。
renai no koto wa ryoushin ni mo hanasu dake wa hanashimashita.
I told my parents everything about my love life.
2. 彼の話を聞くだけは聞いても悪いことはないわね。
kare no hanashi o kiku dake wa kiite mo warui koto wa nai wa ne.
There’s no harm in hearing his story.
3. 私はあなたを手伝えるだけは手伝ったよ。
watashi wa anata o tetsudaeru dake wa tetsudatta yo.
I did everything I could to help you.
4. わたしは助けるだけは助けてやったのだ。
watashi wa tasukeru dake wa tasukete yatta no da.
I did all I could to help.
