JLPT N3 Intermediate
全く
Not at all (with negatives), completely (with positives), or ‘good grief’ (exclamation).
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まったく hiragana form, very common
1 Adverb
Not at all
Functions as a negative polarity item to emphasize the total absence of a condition or action.
Example
彼 の 話 は 全く 面白く なかった 。
His story wasn't interesting at all.
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2 Adverb
Completely
Indicates a state of totality or absolute degree when modifying affirmative descriptions.
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3 Interjection
Good grief
Operates as an interjection to voice exasperation, dismay, or resignation.
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