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単に

Simply


Meaning

Simply, Merely, Only

Word Type

adverb

Explanation

If you're moving towards (に) simple, you're saying simply, merely, or only.


Reading

たんに

Explanation

If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.


Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 単にある

    to simply be, to simply exist

    単に見る

    to simply look at

    単に安い

    simply inexpensive

Context Sentences

単にラッキーだっただけですよ。

It was just pure luck, that's all.

単にフラれただけですよ。

I just got dumped, plain and simple.

彼は単に勉強ができるだけでなく、スポーツや音楽にも才能があります。

He not only excels in academics but he also has talent in sports and music.


Kanji Composition