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JLPT N5 Beginner

では

Well then, in that case, or marking a contrast.

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Other forms

じゃ casual
それでは more formal
1 Conjunction

Well then

Signals a transition to a new action, conclusion, or suggestion based on the context just established.

Example

A 材料 は 全部 あり ます 。
B じゃ 、 作り ましょう か 。

[A:] We have all the ingredients. [B:] In that case, shall we start making it?

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2 Particle

Highlighting a contrast (often with negatives)

Marks a specific scope, means, or condition as the topic, often to facilitate a negative statement.

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3 Expression

Well, bye then

Serves as a standalone parting phrase to signal departure or the end of a formal interaction.

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Well then, in that case, or marking a contrast.
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