及ばずながら
(Oyoba zu nagara)
although my humble effort may fall short / to the best of my ability.
Connection rules
- ＋及ばずながら + offer / action.
- ＋Humble fixed phrase — offers help with modesty.
- ＋Very formal / polite — common in business correspondence.
Examples
1.
及ばずながら、お手伝いさせていただきます。
Oyoba zu nagara, otetsudai sa se te itadaki masu.
Though my ability may fall short, please let me help.
「although my humble effort may fall short / to the best of my ability」
2.
及ばずながら、お力添えいたします。
Oyoba zu nagara, o chikarazoe itashi masu.
To the best of my humble ability, I will support you.
「although my humble effort may fall short / to the best of my ability」
Practice
Though my humble efforts may fall short, I will do my best to support you.
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