たら〜たで
tara ~ ta de
if ... happens, then that brings its own (problems)
[If ... happens, then that brings its own ...]
Connection: Verb たら + (same or related verb) た + で
Usage: Expresses that if a certain situation occurs, it brings its own set of problems, concerns, or consequences. Often used to convey that things are troublesome either way — a "damned if you do" nuance.
Nuance: Implies dissatisfaction or difficulty regardless of the outcome.
Examples:
合格したら合格したで、学費の心配がある。(If I pass, then passing brings its own worry — tuition fees.)
暇になったらなったで、何をすればいいかわからない。(If I become free, then being free brings its own problem — I don't know what to do.)
給料が上がったら上がったで、税金も増える。(If my salary goes up, then that brings higher taxes too.)