〜うと〜まいと／うが〜まいが: meaning and usage

How to form it

• verb (volitional form)+と+verb (dictionary form)+まいと
• verb (volitional form)+が+verb (dictionary form)+まいが
• する → しようとしまいと/しようがしまいが

How it is used

The same verb in the volitional and with 「まい」: 'whether or not A', the result or decision stays the same. Firm and leaning formal; everyday speech says 「〜ても〜なくても」. Ichidan verbs also allow forms like 「食べまい」.

Examples

1. 君が泣こうが泣くまいが、注射をします。

   You're going to get the shot whether or not you cry.

2. 君が参加しようとしまいと、計画は予定どおり進める。

   Whether you take part or not, we're going ahead with the plan as scheduled.

3. 人が見ていようがいまいが、ごみはきちんと分けて捨てるべきだ。

   Whether anyone is watching or not, you should sort your rubbish properly.