接続・逆接N2

〜やら〜やら

...and... (among others) / what with... and...

Structure

N + やら + N + やら;V-辞書形 + やら + V-辞書形 + やら

Explanation

Lists two representative examples (with others implied), often with a busy or dissatisfied tone. Attached to nouns or the dictionary form of verbs.

Examples

仕事やら家事やらで、毎日忙しい。

What with work and housework, I'm busy every day.

買い物に付き合うやら、荷物を持つやらで大変だった。

I had to go shopping with her and carry the bags—it was exhausting.

Note

Similar to たり〜たり, but やら〜やら often implies complaint. やら can also be used singly. This is not the question particle やら.

Related Grammar

〜たり〜たり〜とか〜とか

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