better (comparative of the adjectives good or well)

nonetheless, although, be that as it may

past tense and perfective aspect of 言う (iu, yū) [godan]

to startle; to surprise; to astonish

in other words; what I (you, etc.) mean is

It's good / okay to... / is fine

If only ~

not necessary to; don't have to

Expresses gratitude or relief for something that happened in the past, a choice made, etc.

grains / rice plant