Meaning
This grammar pattern uses the passive form and expresses being compelled by surrounding circumstances to do something unavoidable. It conveys that there is no other option and one has no choice but to act in a certain way.
Formation
| Part of speech | Formation |
|---|---|
| Noun | を余儀なくされる |
Examples
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新しい路線の工事のため、住民は引っ越しを余儀なくされた。
Due to construction of a new rail line, the residents were forced to relocate. -
この年、ライバルのA社の参入により、B社は方向性の変更を余儀なくされた。
That year, with the entry of rival Company A into the market, Company B was forced to change its direction. -
地震によってドイツの商社との契約の破棄を余儀なくされた。
The earthquake forced them to cancel the contract with the German trading company. -
私たちの意見は少数派で、会議では沈黙を余儀なくされていたが、ついに声をあげるときが来た。
Our views were in the minority, and we were forced into silence at meetings, but the time to speak up has finally come.
Summary
- 「〜を余儀なくされる」means "to be forced to; to have no choice but to"
- Attaches to nouns
- It is often used when a sudden event or unfavorable situation arises. The past tense is frequently used. This is a formal, written expression commonly found in newspapers and news reports.