At a glance
Verb (dictionary form) + ときりがない means "if you start doing this, there is no end to it". It is used for things that could go on forever, such as worrying, complaining or listing examples.
Verb (dictionary form) + と + きりがない
細かいことを気にするときりがない。 If you worry about little things, there's no end to it.
How to form it
Put the verb in the dictionary form, then add ときりがない.
| Attaches to | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| う-verb | dictionary form + と | 言うときりがない |
| る-verb | dictionary form + と | 数えるときりがない |
| する verb | する + と | 心配するときりがない |
| Noun | add a verb | 文句を言うときりがない |
| Register | Form |
|---|---|
| Casual | ～ときりがない |
| Polite | ～ときりがありません |
Adjectives and nouns usually do not attach directly. Use a verb clause.