〜ざるを得ない
Formation
Meaning
Expresses that although one does not want to do something, one is forced to do it because it is unavoidable in the given situation. Often used in formal or written contexts.
Note
Indicates a situation where someone is forced to do something due to external pressure or unavoidable circumstances, even if they don't want to. It sounds relatively formal.
Examples
雨が激しくなってきたので、試合は中止せざるを得ない。
As the rain has become intense, we have no choice but to cancel the match.
これほど証拠が揃っている以上、事実を認めざるを得ないだろう。
With this much evidence gathered, one cannot help but admit the facts.
急な用件が入ったため、旅行をキャンセルせざるを得なくなった。
Because an urgent matter came up, I was forced to cancel the trip.
不景気の影響で、多くの企業がリストラを断行せざるを得なくなっている。
Due to the recession, many companies are being forced to carry out restructuring.
台風の影響で飛行機が欠航になり、新幹線で行かざるを得ない。
The flight was cancelled due to the typhoon, so I have no choice but to go by Shinkansen.
生活のためには、嫌な仕事でも引き受けざるを得ないこともある。
For the sake of making a living, there are times when one has to take on even unpleasant work.