1.
completely; without omission; in full; leaving nothing out
An adverbial expression meaning to do something thoroughly, covering every aspect without leaving anything remaining or unused.
才能を余すところなく発揮した。
He demonstrated his talent to the fullest.
この本は日本の歴史を余すところなく紹介している。
This book introduces Japanese history in its entirety.
素材の味を余すところなく引き出す料理法を学びたい。
I want to learn cooking techniques that bring out the full flavor of the ingredients.
Literally "leaving no remainder," from 余す (to leave over) + ところ (aspect; part) + なく (without). A somewhat literary adverbial expression that emphasizes thoroughness and completeness. Often used in written or formal speech.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 才能を余すところなく発揮する: to demonstrate one's talent fully
- 魅力を余すところなく伝える: to convey the appeal completely
- 余すところなく紹介する: to introduce in full
- 力を余すところなく出す: to put out all one's strength
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 残らず: without exception; all of them — focuses on not leaving any items behind
- 十分に: sufficiently; fully — less emphatic, more everyday
- くまなく: thoroughly; in every corner — emphasizes searching or covering every area