pronoun
- what. Used when asking about or referring to multiple unspecified things.
- so-and-so, such and such, something (or other). Used when listing things that are unknown or do not need to be specified.
interjection
- what?, wait, hang on. Used when asking for confirmation upon hearing something surprising.
- well, well, let's see. Used when about to read a letter or document.
- no, oh (not at all), please, there, there. Used to dismiss someone's words or concerns.
Variations
Pronunciation |
Kanji |
Kana |
Is Common |
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何々
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なになに
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何何
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なになに
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Contained Kanji Breakdown
what
なに なん カ (2nd, N5)
can, passable, approval
カ コク -べ.き (5th)
street, ward, town
チョウ テイ チン (3rd, N1)