Noun + を問わず

[Regardless of / Irrespective of]

Connection: Noun + を問わず

Usage: Indicates that something applies regardless of the stated condition. Often used with paired nouns (男女を問わず, 昼夜を問わず) or with nouns representing categories. Common in formal announcements, rules, and written language.

Variations:

• を問わず (standard form)
• は問わない (predicate form): 経験は問わない (experience doesn't matter)

Similar expressions:

• にかかわらず = regardless of (more general)
• に関係なく = without regard to (less formal)

Examples:

性別を問わず、誰でも応募できます。(Regardless of gender, anyone can apply.)

経験の有無を問わず歓迎します。(We welcome you regardless of whether you have experience or not.)

この公園は季節を問わず美しい。(This park is beautiful regardless of the season.)