JLPT N2

～に越したことはない

There's nothing better than, it's best to

Structure

動詞-辞書形 / 動詞-ない形 + に越したことはない

How it works

This phrase means 'there's nothing better than X' or 'it's best to do X.' It's used to state that a particular course of action or condition is the most advisable or ideal, often for safety or preparedness.

Examples

保険に入っておくに越したことはない。

It's best to get insurance.

Common mistakes

Using it to express a simple preference; it carries a stronger nuance of 'it's prudent to' or 'it's safest to'.

Tip

Associate 越したことはない with 'not being surpassed' by any other option, highlighting its superiority.

More JLPT N2 grammar

に伴いにかけてにかわってにもかかわらずに限りに限らずをはじめを中心に

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