JLPT N1 Advanced
真逆
The complete opposite of something, or an expression of total disbelief.
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Other forms
まさか common kana form
マサカ katakana for emphasis
1 Noun, Na-adjective
The complete opposite
Denotes a state, direction, or opinion that is diametrically opposed to a specific standard.
Example
彼 の 意見 は 私 の 考え と 真逆 です 。
His opinion is the complete opposite of my idea.
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2 Adverb, Noun
No way!" / "It can't be...
Expresses a strong sense of disbelief or skepticism regarding an unlikely possibility.
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