まあまあ

So-so or passable; also used to calm someone down

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1 Adverb, Na-adjective

So-so" / "Okay

Indicates a level of quality or condition that is passable but lacks excellence.

Example

A 昨日の映画、どうだった？

B うーん、まあまあだったかな。

[A:] How was the movie yesterday? [B:] Hmm, it was just okay, I guess.

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2 Interjection

Now, now" / "Calm down

Functions as a pacifying expression to soothe someone who is angry or agitated.

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まあまあ

So-so or passable; also used to calm someone down

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