JLPT N3 Intermediate
万が一
An unlikely event, emergency, or worst-case scenario.
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万一 まんいち, a shorter, slightly more formal version
1 Adverb
In the unlikely event that..." / "If by some chance...
Emphasizes the extremely low probability of a hypothetical situation occurring.
Example
もし 万が一 、 パスポート を なくしたら 、 まず 大使館 に 電話 して ください 。
If by some slim chance you lose your passport, call the embassy first.
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2 Noun
An emergency" / "The worst-case scenario
Designates an unforeseen emergency or catastrophic event that requires preparation.
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