そうもない
It does not seem that way at all / There is little to no chance that it will happen.
This grammar expresses a strong negative judgment that something is unlikely to occur, even if it might normally be expected.
Meaning
This grammar expresses a strong negative judgment that something is unlikely to occur, even if it might normally be expected.
Formation
Explanation
そうもない is used when the speaker observes a situation and judges that the expected result is very unlikely.
Core idea:
“It doesn’t look like it will happen”
“Contrary to expectations, the chance is very low”
Important nuance:
Stronger than simple negation (～ない)
Expresses disbelief or doubt based on evidence
Often used when someone expects a result, but reality suggests otherwise
This grammar commonly appears in:
written descriptions
commentary
analytical statements
JLPT N2–N1 reading passages
The speaker’s judgment is:
observational
objective
not emotional speculation