Usage of 免不了
The phrase 免不了 (miǎnbuliǎo) is used to express that something is unavoidable or inevitable. It often implies that a certain negative or undesired outcome cannot be escaped given the circumstances.
Common contexts
It frequently appears in everyday conversation when discussing feelings, reactions, or consequences that naturally follow certain events, such as stress, worry, or setbacks.
Collocations and patterns
- 免不了 + 会 + verb: indicates an inevitable action or feeling (e.g., 免不了会担心 - can't help but worry).
- 免不了 + 有 + noun: expresses an unavoidable state or condition (e.g., 免不了有挫折感 - unavoidable frustration).
Nuance and register
This phrase carries a neutral tone and is suitable for both spoken and written Mandarin. It often conveys a resigned acceptance of an unavoidable situation rather than a strong emotional reaction.
Common confusion
Do not confuse 免不了 with 不免, which also means 'inevitably' but is more formal and often used in written language. 免不了 is more colloquial and common in speech.