よも

よも

"よも" is an archaic or poetic Japanese word meaning "never" or "unlikely."

In this sentence, 'よもや' is used as an adverb to express strong disbelief or unexpectedness regarding a situation.

よもや彼が来るとは思わなかった。

I never imagined he would come.

Here, 'よも' is utilized to convey doubt or improbability about imagining such a scenario.

このような事態になるとは、よも思わなかった。

I never thought such a situation would occur.

In this context, 'よも' reflects a sense of surprise or inability to foresee an ending or conclusion.

よも終わりが来るとは考えていなかった。

I never considered that the end would come.