意味がない努力

imi ga nai doryoku
phraseIntermediate pointless effort
informal

Effort that is ultimately futile or without meaningful results.

彼は無駄な努力を続けている。

He keeps making pointless efforts.

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Often used to criticize actions that are seen as wasteful or ineffective.

Related Phrases

無駄な話phrase
pointless conversation

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

This phrase is often used to criticize actions that are seen as wasteful or ineffective.

Gold Rule

Tone

Can sound negative or dismissive, so use carefully in professional settings.

📖Word Origin

Combination of '意味がない' (meaningless) and '努力' (effort).

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in casual conversation to express frustration or disappointment with futile actions.

Word Breakdown

意味がない
meaningless
adjective phrase
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努力
effort
noun
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