1.
one way or another; in various ways; frequently; often for one reason or another
indicates that something happens frequently or repeatedly through various circumstances or reasons
何かと忙しい。
I'm busy with one thing or another.
何かとお世話になっております。
Thank you for all your help (in various matters).
Etymology
何 (what) + かと (or something) → "with this and that"
Usage
- 何かと忙しい - busy with various things
- 何かとお世話になる - to receive help in various ways
- 何かと大変 - difficult in various ways
Implies that something happens repeatedly or in multiple contexts, without specifying exactly what. Often used to vaguely refer to multiple instances or reasons.
Register
「何かとお世話になっております」is a common polite phrase used in business and formal settings to thank someone for ongoing support.
Similar words
Related Words
Compare:
あれこれ (this and that)